Robert Phillips
American guitarist with major albums
Born
July 26th, 1953
72 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Guitarist rose to prominence in the late 20th century, contributing to various musical genres. Released several albums showcasing technical proficiency and creativity. Collaborated with numerous artists and performed in a series of live shows that garnered attention in the music community.
Released influential albums during the 1980s
Collaborated with notable artists
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