Description: (Record producer)
Phil Chess was a notable record producer and executive who co-founded Chess Records with his brother. He played a significant role in shaping the music industry by discovering and promoting talented artists, particularly in blues and rock 'n' roll. Chess Records, under his leadership, became a powerhouse label in the 1950s and 1960s, releasing groundbreaking music by artists like Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry, and Etta James. His contributions had a lasting impact on the music world.