Name: May You Never - The Very Best Of John Martyn
Brand: John Martyn

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SPECESS6

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2009-03-23

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Supplier GB

Universal

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Standard:20

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3 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

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John Martyn

Genre GB

Singer Songwriter

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John Martyn OBE was a British singer-songwriter and guitarist known for his acoustic guitar playing. Born on 11 September 1948 in New Malden, Surrey, England, he started out in the folk clubs in the UK before expanding into more mainstream areas. In 1970, he released two albums with his then-wife as a duo. One of his notable works is the album Solid Air, released in February 1973, which includes a tribute to singer-songwriter Nick Drake. John Martyn passed away on 29 January 2009 in Ireland at the age of 60.
Throughout his career, John Martyn's music showcased his exceptional talent as both a songwriter and guitarist. His unique style and ability to blend genres made him stand out among his peers.
With numerous accolades to his name, including being appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE), John Martyn left an indelible mark on the music industry and continues to be celebrated for his contributions to folk and beyond.

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john martyn was one of the uk's most respected singer-songwriters. born iain david mcgeachy in 1948 he changed his name to john martyn when he took his first tentative steps in the folk clubs of glasgow and london in the mid 1960s. he soon came to the attention of chris blackwell at island records who signed him to the label in 1967. 'may you never - the very best of john martyn' brings together 58 of john's best loved songs from the Island years including 'may you never', 'solid air', 'over the hill', 'couldn't love you more' and his own unique covers of 'singin' in the rain' and 'over the rainbow'. 

May You Never - The Very Best Of John Martyn

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