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John Fahey
John Fahey, born on February 28, 1939, in Takoma Park, Maryland, USA, was a pioneering figure in acoustic guitar music. He delved into folklore and the techniques of blues musicians, introducing a stream of consciousness approach to folk music and transforming it into a classical form that transcended the boundaries of both Western and Eastern musical traditions. Often regarded as the spiritual father of "American primitive guitar," Fahey elevated the guitar solo into a metaphysical experience. In 1959, he founded Takoma Records to release not only his own albums but also works by other artists, including Leo Kottke's influential "6 & 12 String Guitar" in 1971, with whom he later collaborated.
In 1986, Fahey contracted the debilitating Epstein-Barr virus, which significantly impacted his career for over five years. During this challenging time, he gained support from alternative artists such as Sonic Youth and Jim O'Rourke. In 1994, a substantial article by Byron Coley in 'Spin' magazine brought renewed attention to his work. His albums "City of Refuge" (Tim Kerr, 1997) and "Womblife" (Table Of Elements, 1997) marked his return to recording, showcasing a shift towards avant-garde and experimental electric guitar music, distinct from his earlier progressive-folk style.
Fahey passed away on February 22, 2001, in Salem, Oregon, USA, due to complications following a heart bypass operation.
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John Fahey - I Remember Blind Joe Death - 1987 Blues - NM - Ultrasonic Clean
