Steve Khan
American jazz guitarist and composer
Born
April 28th, 1947
78 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in jazz music, this guitarist has been active since the late 1960s. Collaborated with notable musicians, contributing to the evolution of jazz fusion. Released albums including 'The Blue Man', 'Tightrope', and 'Khannected', showcasing innovative guitar techniques and compositional skills. Worked extensively as a session musician, participating in a wide array of projects across genres.
Released the album 'The Blue Man'
Contributed to various jazz fusion projects
Worked as a session musician for notable artists
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