Go Ahead John: The Music of John McLaughlinMusic journalist Paul Stump traces the varied career of acclaimed modern jazz guitarist John McLaughlin. From humble beginnings in Yorkshire, he has risen to international stardom. Over a career spanning three decades, he has played on some of the most famous jazz recordings. |
Contents
Preface | 7 |
Beginnings | 11 |
A Bigger Apple | 31 |
Greetings O People of insert city name here | 54 |
Chapter Four Planetary Citizenship | 72 |
Electric Guitarist Acoustic Guitarist | 94 |
Of Synths and Simmons Drums | 122 |
Half Century Unlimited | 134 |
Epilogue | 158 |
Bibliography | 169 |
Discography | 170 |
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