Mick Taylor

Musician

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The Profile

English guitarist known for his work with John Mayall's Bluesbreakers (1967–1969) and the Rolling Stones (1969–1974). He released a self-titled solo album in 1979.

Former member of John Mayall's Bluesbreakers and the Rolling Stones; noted for tasteful blues-rock lead guitar. His 1979 self-titled solo album blends blues-rock and progressive textures; the review also notes he played with Mike Oldfield in 1973.

The available review praises Mick Taylor's guitar work and analyzes his 1979 self-titled debut. The album is described as two-sided — blues-rock on side A and more synth- and piano-textured, progressive-leaning music on side B. Highlights mentioned include "Leather Jacket", "Alabama", "Slow Blues", "S.W.5" and "Spanish/A Minor".

Notable Quotes

❝ For many critics, the artistic end of the Rolling Stones coincides with the departure of the skilled guitar of Mick Taylor, who from '69 to '74 formed a formidable duo with Keith Richards, with perfect harmony.