Taj Mahal

Biography

Taj Mahal is an American blues musician and self-taught singer-songwriter known for his eclectic blend of styles, which have redefined the genre over a 50-year career. Born Henry St. Claire Fredericks Jr. on May 17, 1942, in Harlem, New York, he was raised in a musical environment that exposed him to world music at an early age. Mahal's diverse instrumentation and global influences have made him a standout figure in contemporary blues music.