Statements have sadly confirmed that English blues and rock musician John Mayall is dead. He notably formed the British blues rock band John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers and recently passed away at the age of 90. Due to Mayall’s fame in the music world and his iconic status, fans are eager to learn more details about his death and what happened to him.
Here is everything fans need to know about John Mayall’s death and the family’s statement regarding the musician.
John Mayall passes away at 90, claims report
According to a report from The New York Times, John Mayall passed away at the age of 90 in his California home. At the time of his death, Mayall was surrounded by his beloved family.
Mayall’s family confirmed his death via a statement on multiple social media accounts on Tuesday. In the statement, the family revealed that he died peacefully. His family also mentioned in the statement that Mayall suffered from health issues. These issues prompted him to stop touring. The statement also praised his extensive work in the music industry.
However, the statement did not disclose Mayall’s exact cause of death.
The statement contains excerpts from his 2014 The Guardian interview, in which he expressed his views on Blues music. It also confirms that John Mayall is survived by his six children, Samson, Zak, Ben, Red, Jason, and Gaz; his two wives, Pamela and Maggie; his seven grandchildren, his four great-grandchildren; his secretary Jane, and his close friends.
John Mayall’s band, John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers, served as an incubator for British rock and blues musicians. Many famous musicians who would later become part of other well-known bands were, at some point in their lives, members of The Bluesbreakers. These include Mick Taylor, who would later join the Rolling Stones, and Peter Green, who would start Fleetwood Mac.
John Mayall was said to be very strict. He would often fire band members who would not meet his strict standards. In the 1970s, Mayall began trying other music forms like funk, pop, and jazz. This was only after his move to the United States. (via the BBC)
Moreover, Mayall was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2024 under the Musical Influence Award category.
