Larry Carlton

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About Larry Carlton

Best known in rock circles for his work with Steely Dan and Joni Mitchell, jazz guitarist Larry Carlton began his solo career with 1968's WITH A LITTLE HELP and is a renowned composer and performer, winning several Grammies. In addition to his solo work, Carlton has been a member of the successful jazz bands the Crusaders and Fourplay. Carlton is married to Christian rock singer Michele Pillar and is the uncle of pop singer/songwriter Vanessa Carlton. He survived a well-publicized near-tragedy in 1986, when he was shot in the throat, apparently randomly, by unknown assailants near his Los Angeles home.

HOMETOWN
Torrance, CA, United States
BORN
March 2, 1948
GENRE
Jazz

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