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Elvin Bishop
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Elvin Bishop is an American guitarist known for his blues rock style. He gained popularity in the 1970s with iconic albums.

Origin
États-Unis
Active since
1942

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Biography

Story

Born in 1942 in the United States, Elvin Bishop is an influential guitarist in the realms of blues rock and classic rock. He began his musical career in the 1960s and formed the Elvin Bishop Group in 1969. Over the decades, he has released numerous albums, including 'Struttin' My Stuff' and 'Hog Heaven', which helped to define his unique style. Bishop is recognized for his distinctive guitar playing and his ability to blend different genres, thereby solidifying his place in the history of American music.

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    Formed the Elvin Bishop Group in 1969.

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    Iconic album 'Struttin' My Stuff' released in 1975.

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    Known for his unique blues rock style.

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Selection

Discography

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  • The Elvin Bishop Group
    1969

    The Elvin Bishop Group

  • Feel It!
    1970

    Feel It!

  • Rock My Soul
    1972

    Rock My Soul

  • Let It Flow
    1974

    Let It Flow

  • Juke Joint Jump
    1975

    Juke Joint Jump

  • Struttin' My Stuff
    1975

    Struttin' My Stuff

  • Hometown Boy Makes Good!
    1976

    Hometown Boy Makes Good!

  • Hog Heaven
    1978

    Hog Heaven

  • Is You Is or Is You Ain't My Baby
    1981

    Is You Is or Is You Ain't My Baby

  • Big Fun
    1988

    Big Fun

  • Don't Let the Bossman Get You Down!
    1991

    Don't Let the Bossman Get You Down!

  • Ace in the Hole
    1995

    Ace in the Hole

  • The Skin I'm In
    1998

    The Skin I'm In

  • Gettin' My Groove Back
    2005

    Gettin' My Groove Back

  • The Blues Rolls On
    2008

    The Blues Rolls On

  • Chicago Blues Buddies (with Little Smokey Smothers)
    2009

    Chicago Blues Buddies (with Little Smokey Smothers)

  • Red Dog Speaks
    2010

    Red Dog Speaks

  • Can't Even Do Wrong Right
    2014

    Can't Even Do Wrong Right

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FAQ

About the artist

Q01How old is Elvin Bishop?+

Born in 1942.

Q02Where is Elvin Bishop from?+

United States.

Q03What is Elvin Bishop's role?+

Guitarist.

Q04What music genres does he play?+

Blues rock, classic rock.

Q05What are his notable albums?+

The Elvin Bishop Group, Struttin' My Stuff, Hog Heaven.

Q06How long has he been active?+

Active since the 1960s.