John Grimaldi

1955-1983 UK string musician

PersonDied aged 28humanQ16248366

Born: May 22, 1955
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Died: November 15, 1983
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Birthplace: St Albans
Citizenship: United Kingdom
Occupation: musician
, songwriter
Education: St Albans School
Languages spoken, written or signed: English

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John Grimaldi was a British musician, songwriter, and visual artist. He was born in St Albans, Hertfordshire, England. Grimaldi was educated at St Albans School, where he developed his songwriting, electric jazz, and visual art. His career was focused on jazz, although he played in other genres. Grimaldi formed several bands and wrote and performed until his death from multiple sclerosis in 1983.

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Sex or gender: male
Given name: John
Label: Columbia Records
Instrument: string instrument
Family name: Grimaldi
Start of work period: 1972
Member of: Argent

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