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John Mayall, influential British blues pioneer, dies aged 90

Mayall helped develop the English take on Chicago-style rhythm and blues, and his band was an incubator for stars such as Clapton, Fleetwood and McVie

'Father of British blues' John Mayall has died at the age of 90. Photograph: Cheryl Gerber/The New York Times
'Father of British blues' John Mayall has died at the age of 90. Photograph: Cheryl Gerber/The New York Times
Wed Jul 24 2024 - 06:45
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