Sandy Bull

American guitarist and composer known for blending folk, extended improvisation and non-Western instruments (notably oud) into his work; debut album Fantasias For Guitar And Banjo released in 1963 on Vanguard; collaborated with drummer Billy Higgins on that album.

Debut album Fantasias For Guitar And Banjo released 1963 on Vanguard; the album features a 22-minute suite "Blend" with Billy Higgins. E Pluribus Unum was recorded in 1968 and features long, Eastern-influenced and psychedelic passages. Bull is noted for using oud and other non-Western influences in later works.

DeBaser reviews praise Sandy Bull's early work for its adventurous blend of folk, Eastern sounds and extended improvisation. Fantasias For Guitar And Banjo (1963) is highlighted for the 22-minute suite "Blend" featuring Billy Higgins. E Pluribus Unum (recorded 1968) is noted for psychedelic and Eastern-tinged explorations.

For:Fans of 1960s folk, experimental/psychedelic folk, and world-fusion music.