Nils Lofgren is a renowned American rock musician known for his work as a solo artist and his tenure as a member of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band. He is celebrated for his virtuosic guitar playing and songwriting, and is notable for his use of the accordion and his signature backflips during live performances. Born in Chicago in 1951, Lofgren's career took off in the early 1970s with his band, Grin, and his self-titled solo debut album, 'Nils Lofgren', was critically acclaimed. His significance in music history is underscored by his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the E Street Band in 2014.