John Renbourn was an English guitarist and songwriter, renowned for his work in the folk, blues, and baroque music genres. Born on August 8, 1944, Renbourn became one of the leading figures in the British folk revival of the 1960s. He is perhaps best known as a founding member of the folk group Pentangle, with whom he played from 1967 until their original dissolution in 1973. Renbourn's virtuosic guitar playing was c
... MoreJohn Renbourn was an English guitarist and songwriter, renowned for his work in the folk, blues, and baroque music genres. Born on August 8, 1944, Renbourn became one of the leading figures in the British folk revival of the 1960s. He is perhaps best known as a founding member of the folk group Pentangle, with whom he played from 1967 until their original dissolution in 1973. Renbourn's virtuosic guitar playing was characterized by a blend of classical music techniques and traditional folk melodies.
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