John Mayall Dies at 90 in California
John Mayall Dies at 90 in California
John Mayall Dies at 90 in California
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John Mayall, the influential British blues musician known as the 'Godfather of British Blues,' passed away peacefully at his California home on July 22, 2024, at the age of 90. Mayall's band, the Bluesbreakers, was a crucial training ground for legendary artists such as Eric Clapton, Peter Green, and Mick Fleetwood. Despite health issues forcing him to end his touring career, Mayall's contributions to the music world continued to be felt through his albums and the careers he helped launch. He was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2024 and received Grammy nominations and an OBE. He is survived by six children, seven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Tributes have poured in, highlighting his immense influence on 1960s rock and blues.

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John Mayall, influential British blues pioneer who inspired Fleetwood Mac and Eric Clapton, dies at 90
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John Mayall was a lightning rod for the blues who changed the course of British music
John Mayall obituary
John Mayall, Godfather of British Blues, dies at 90 amid 'health issues'
John Mayall, influential British blues pioneer who inspired Fleetwood Mac and Eric Clapton, dies at 90

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