Herbie Hancock is an American pianist, keyboardist, composer and producer who became one of the major figures of modern jazz. After beginning in hard bop and joining Miles Davis’ quintet in the 1960s, he explored jazz fusion, funk, electronic music and new technologies while maintaining a strong foundation in improvisation. With albums such as Maiden Voyage, Head Hunters and Future Shock, Herbie Hancock played a major role in the evolution of jazz toward more electric and experimental forms.