Top ten musicians in any genre in the 1970's

Carole King is a celebrated singer, songwriter, and pianist whose career spans over six decades

Songs:

1. You've Got a Friend
2. Tapestry
3. The Loco-Motion

Herbie Hancock, born on April 12, 1940, in Chicago, Illinois, is a legendary jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader

Songs:

1. Chameleon
2. Rockit
3. Maiden Voyage

John Francis Anthony "Jaco" Pastorius III, born on December 1, 1951, in Norristown, Pennsylvania, was an American jazz bassist, composer, and producer

Songs:

1. Portrait of Tracy
2. Continuum
3. Birdland

Gear:

• Fender Jazz Bass

Bob Marley, AKA The King of Reggae was born Robert Nesta Marley on February 6, 1945, in Nine Mile, Jamaica, is a legendary figure in the world of music, renowned for popularizing reggae music globally

David Robert Jones (January 8, 1947 – January 10, 2016), known professionally as David Bowie, AKA ‘The thin White Duke’ was an English singer, songwriter, and actor. He is regarded as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, renowned for his innovative work and distinctive voice. He took on so many personas – a true art school graduate!

Stevie Wonder AKA "Little Stevie Wonder" is an iconic American musician and songwriter known for his soulful voice, masterful keyboard and multi-instrumental skills. Born Stevland Hardaway Judkins on May 13, 1950, in Saginaw, Michigan, Stevie overcame the challenges of being born blind to become one of the most influential and best-selling musicians of all time. His career, which spans over six decades, includes numerous hit songs, groundbreaking albums, and multiple awards.

Songs:

1. Sir Duke
2. Superstition
3. Higher Ground

Joni Mitchell, born Roberta Joan Anderson on November 7, 1943, in Fort Macleod, Alberta, Canada, is a seminal figure in popular music. She began her career singing in small nightclubs in Saskatchewan and Western Canada before moving to Toronto.

Songs:

1. Big Yellow Taxi
2. Blue
3. A case of you

Gear:

• Parker Fly Guitar

Marvin Gaye is one of the most influential soul and R&B musicians of all time. His smooth voice, poignant songwriting, and groundbreaking albums have left an indelible mark on music history. We all have a fave Marvin song!

Songs:

1. What's Goin' on
2. Ain't No Mountain High Enough
3. How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)

Miles Davis, born Miles Dewey Davis III on May 26, 1926, in Alton, Illinois, was a visionary American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, and composer. Widely considered one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, Davis was a key figure in the development of several jazz subgenres, including bebop, cool jazz, hard bop, modal jazz, and jazz fusion. His innovative approach and relentless creativity left an indelible mark on the world of music.

Songs:

1. Right Off
2. Bitches Brew
3. Tutu

Jim Morrison, was the enigmatic frontman of The Doors. His journey into the annals of rock 'n' roll history began in the mid-1960s when he formed The Doors with keyboardist Ray Manzarek, guitarist Robby Krieger, and drummer John Densmore.

Songs:

1. LA Woman
2. Light My Fire
3. Riders on the Storm