John Mayall, tireless and influential British blues pioneer, dies at 90

Category: Music

John Mayall, the influential British blues musician and leader of the Bluesbreakers, has passed away at the age of 90. Known for his role in the blues revival of the late 1960s, he mentored many famous musicians including Eric Clapton and Mick Fleetwood. Despite never achieving mainstream fame, Mayall was recognized for his contributions to music with Grammy nominations and an OBE. He continued to perform into his late 80s, driven by his love for music.

Keywords: John Mayall, Bluesbreakers, British blues

Source: ABC News

Update At: 7/24/2024

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