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Jan Akkerman
Dutch guitarist (born 1946) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Jan Akkerman (born 24 December 1946) is a Dutch guitarist.[1] He first found international commercial success with the band Focus, which he co-founded with Thijs van Leer. After leaving Focus, he continued as a solo musician, adding jazz fusion influences.
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Born | (1946-12-24) 24 December 1946 (age 77) Amsterdam, Netherlands |
Genres | Progressive rock, rock, blues, jazz fusion |
Occupation(s) | Musician, Composer, Producer |
Instrument(s) | Guitar, lute, Bass, Keyboards, Drums |
Years active | 1958–present |
Labels | Atlantic, EMIdisc, Sire, Atco |
Formerly of | Johnny and his Cellar Rockers, ZZ & the Maskers, The Hunters, Brainbox, Focus |
Website | www |
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