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Iain David McGeachy OBE (11 September 1948 – 29 January 2009), known professionally as John Martyn, was a British guitarist and singer-songwriter. Over a 40-year career, he released 23 studio albums, and received frequent critical acclaim.
Small Hours: The Long Night Of John Martyn. 4 Jul 2020 | Magazines and Newspapers. Books: Graeme Thomson’s biography of John Martyn highlights the talent amid the self-destruction... Read More.
A short biography to introduce you to Iain David McGeachy (aka John Martyn). In a world that lacks compassion, John Martyn and his music, is a breath of fresh air. John was an incurable romantic who sang from his heart; no other artist sang with such commitment and emotion.
Sep 11, 2023 · John Martyn's best songs had an intensity and raw emotional power that earned him a cult following which remains strong even today.
Jan 30, 2009 · Before he passed away this week at the age of 60, the singer and guitarist John Martyn had cheated death many times. A former heroin user and lifelong alcoholic who suffered numerous injuries...
Dec 8, 2015 · John Martyn and Danny Thompson, two of the legends of folk/blues music came together for this 60 minute concert,filmed in Dublin in 1987. Tracklisting 1. ONE DAY WITHOUT YOU 2.
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The John Martyn Story. Although he has recorded for a variety of other labels, John Martyn is one of last great undiscovered gems in Island Records back catalogue. His gravel rough, sugar sweet vocal delivery, expressive guitar playing and the folk jazz ambience of the majority of his work make him ripe for reappraisal.
Dazzling British guitarist and songwriter who helped move folk music away from acoustic traditions and toward rock, blues, and jazz influences. Read Full Biography.
Jan 29, 2009 · British singer-songwriter John Martyn died Thursday morning at his home in Ireland, according to a posting on his website. He was 60. No cause of death was given.
