John Mayall, the pioneering British blues rock legend, has died at the age of 90.
“It is with heavy hearts that we bear the news that John Mayall passed away peacefully in his California home yesterday, July 22, 2024, surrounded by his loving family,” accoring to statement from the musician’s family . “Health issues that forced John to end his epic touring career have finally led to peace for one of this world’s greatest road warriors.”
As leader of the Bluesbreaker, Mayall gave starts to many future rock legends, including guitarists Eric Clapton, Peter Green, and Mick Taylor; bassists Jack Bruce and John McVie; and drummers Mick Fleetwood and Aynsley Dunbar.
Mayall died just months ahead of his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, where he was set to be honored with the Musical Influence Award.
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