John Mayall, known as the Godfather of British Blues, has died. He was 90.
In a statement on his Facebook page his family made the announcement:
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 loving 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. John Mayall gave us ninety years of tireless efforts to educate, inspire and entertain.
The Grammy-nominated artist was a pioneer of blues music in England. In the 1960s, he formed the band John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers, which had over 70 members throughout its inception including Carolyn Wonderland, John McVie, Peter Green, Eric Clapton, Mick Fleetwood, Harvey Mandell and more.
In April, Mayall was announced as a 2024 inductee into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for the musical influence award.
