Earl Van Dyke was an American soul musician best known as the main keyboardist for Motown Records' in-house Funk Brothers band during the late 1960s and early 1970s. Van Dyke's distinct style, characterized by his fusion of R&B, jazz, and soul, significantly contributed to the unique 'Motown Sound'. His instrumental version of the Marvin Gaye hit "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)" is particularly notable. Van Dyke's influence on the Motown era and his contribution to popularizing soul music remain significant in music history.