John McLaughlin

Born: Jan 4, 1942 in Yorkshire, England
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Genre: Jazz, World
Styles: Jazz-Rock, World Fusion, Fusion, Post-Bop, Indian Classical, Chamber Jazz
Biography: One of fusion's most virtuosic guitar soloists, John McLaughlin placed his blazing speed in the service of a searching spiritual passion that has kept his music evolving and open to new influences. Whether shredding on electric, or simmering quietly on acoustic, McLaughlin's intensity and under-appreciated ...Read full biography
My Goal's Beyond
Released: 1970
Label: Alan Douglas Music
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After bouncing around on a couple of labels (Douglas/Polydor/Ryko,) the CD reissue of this album ultimately ended up on KnitMedia. The startling thing about this record is that it points the way toward ...Read full review
Devotion
Released: 1970
Label: Musicpro
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This album is from a pivotal moment in McLaughlin's history. This was just after he left Miles' group, but before Mahavishnu Orchestra started, and the music captures this moment perfectly. McLaughlin's ...Read full review
More John McLaughlin albums: Main Albums (26), Compilations (10), DVD/Video (5)
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