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Tommy Bolin was an self taught guitar player from Sioux City, Iowa who helped transform the jazz rock idiom. He was Influenced by diverse performers such as Elvis Presley, the Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, Miles Davis, and the Mahavishnu Orchestra. Drawing upon these influences Tommy Bolin developed a style of music that has been emulated by a host of influential musicians including Jeff Beck, John McLaughlin, and Steve Vai. In his short prolific career Tommy Bolin performed with Zephyr, Energy, the James Gang, Billy Cobham, Alphonse Mouzon, Moxy, and Deep Purple. Tragically, Bolin died of a drug overdose on December 4, 1976.
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Tommy Bolin was way ahead of his time, and a unique and instantly-recognizable player. His rhythmic chops and stylistic sense were astonishingly advanced for his young age.
Tommy Bolin sounds like an interesting guy. Do you have any links that I can follow to hear his music?
Z
Dr. Z,
Tommy Bolin opened for rock groups such as ZZ Top, Blue Oyster Cult, Rush, Lynyrd Skynrd,et.al. Musicians such as Phil Collins, David Sandborn, Joe Walsh and Narada Michael Walden collaborated with him on several projects. You can find more information at http://www.tbolin.com/
Thanks for your interest.
Dave
I had never heard about him before. Thanks for the info. My younger son might actually look into it. He is learning guitar!
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