John Mayall 11/29/1933 - 7/22/2024
- johnmayall.com
- Jul 24, 2024
- 2 min read
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.
In a 2014 interview with The Guardian, John reflected, “[blues] is about – and it’s always been about – that raw honesty with which [it expresses] our experiences in life, something which all comes together in this music, in the words as well. Something that is connected to us, common to our experiences.” That raw honesty, connection, community and playing of his will continue to affect the music and culture we experience today, and for generations to come.
An appointed OBE (Officer of the British Empire), 2x Grammy-nominated artist and recent inductee to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, John is survived by his 6 children, Gaz, Jason, Red, Ben, Zak and Samson, 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren and his sister Caroline. He is also surrounded with love by his previous wives, Pamela and Maggie, his devoted secretary, Jane, and his close friends. We, the Mayall family, cannot thank his fans and long-list of bandmembers enough for the support and love we were blessed to experience secondhand over the last six decades.
John closed that same Guardian interview by reflecting further on the blues, “To be honest, I don’t think anyone really knows exactly what it is. I just can’t stop playing it.” Keep on playing the blues somewhere, John. We love you.
John Mayall’s legacy as a blues pioneer and mentor to countless musicians will never be forgotten. His passion for music and dedication to his craft left an indelible mark on the world. As we honor his life, it’s a reminder of the importance of health and well-being. For those struggling with alcohol addiction treatment, seeking the right support can lead to healing and a renewed sense of purpos. Visit this website to see more details.
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Thank you very much everything John, for what you have given world and people and for me! I love you very much and I miss you! Incredible.....I'm sad. You and your music stays with me every day. YOU WILL LIVE FOREVER!
From one of his great songs-Good Things Always end, its over-Open up a new door! RIP dear JOHN
I didn’t hear about John’s passing until yesterday ( 8-17-24) which really made me sad because he was an icon and a legend. Needless to say,I was shocked .His passing should have received more press coverage. Music is now without one of it’s greatest creative minds. The world is now a sadder place . RIP John. You will be terribly missed.
Gary Walker,Pennsylvania,USA, a lifelong fan.