Jan 24, 2023 11:48 AM
Remembering Jeff Beck
One of an iconic triumvirate of ’60s rock guitar gods, along with Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck set the…
Joe Segal will be hosting a benefit concert tonight for Jazz Showcase’s reopening in 2008 at Dearborn Station. The benefit, taking place at Joe’s Bebop Cafe in Chicago, will feature the Mulligan Mosaics Big Band with Phil Woods, David “Fathead” Newman, Larry Novak, Frank DeRone and Howard Levy.
More info: jazzshowcase.com
“In the pantheons of guitar players, Jeff was the chosen one,” said Steve Vai of the late Jeff Beck.
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