John Mayall: Biography, Facts and Career
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John Brumwell Mayall (29 November 1933 – 22 July 2024) was an English blues and rock musician, songwriter and producer. In the 1960s, he formed John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers, a band that has counted among its members some of the most famous blues and blues rock musicians of all time. A singer, guitarist, harmonica player, and keyboardist, he had a career that spanned nearly seven decades, remaining an active musician until his death aged 90. Mayall has often been referred to as the "godfather of the British blues", and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in the musical influence category in 2024.
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- Full name: John Mayall
- Born: 1933-11-29
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q316282
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Who is John Mayall?
John Brumwell Mayall (29 November 1933 – 22 July 2024) was an English blues and rock musician, songwriter and producer.
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John Mayall is United Kingdom.
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John Mayall was born on 1933-11-29.
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