EARL KLUGH
GRAMMY® Winning, world renowned, acoustic guitarist and songwriter, Earl Klugh is celebrating his 30 year career as a recording artist; a career that includes over 200 compositions, nearly 30 albums, hosting & directing signature events, work in television and film, multi-million album sales, and numerous world tours. His inimitable style has captivated audiences internationally for years, and it continues to do so with his most recent release, ”Naked Guitar”, earning Klugh his 11th GRAMMY Nomination in 2006. Through his signature blend of melody and improvisation - influenced by stylistically diverse legends including Chet Atkins, Burt Bacharach, The Beatles, Laurindo Almeda, & George Benson - Klugh has received international acclaim from fans, critics and colleagues, garnering invitations to record with luminaries including Stevie Wonder, Miles Davis and Jimmy Buffett. Additionally, Klugh's music has been recorded and/or sampled by Aretha Franklin, Al Jarreau, Jamie Foxx, Mary J. Blige and many others, generating multi-platinum sales. Perhaps Klugh's most noted collaborations are the projects he recorded with legendary pianist Bob James, including their GRAMMY-Winning effort, ”One On One”, and his album with mentor and one-time band mate, George Benson (1987's ”Collaboration”). As host of his annual lifestyle event, ”Weekend of Jazz at The Broadmoor”, and artistic director to ”Earl Klugh's Night of Guitars” concert series, Klugh always looks to travel unexpected paths. He continues to do so with great success.
In spring of 2008, Klugh follows up his solo record, ”Naked Guitar” with a highly anticipated band and orchestra CD.