Jan Akkerman | |
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![]() Jan Akkerman in Russia, 2005 | |
Background information | |
Born | Amsterdam, Netherlands | 24 December 1946
Genres | Progressive rock, rock, blues rock, jazz rock |
Occupation(s) | Musician, composer, producer |
Instrument(s) | Guitar, lute, bass, keyboards, drums |
Years active | 1958–present |
Labels | Atlantic, EMIdisc, Sire, Atco |
Formerly of | Johnny and his Cellar Rockers, ZZ & the Maskers, The Hunters, Brainbox, Focus |
Website | www |
Jan Akkerman (born 24 December 1946) is a Dutch guitarist.[1] He first found international commercial success with the band Focus, which he co-founded with Thijs van Leer. After leaving Focus, he continued as a solo musician, adding jazz rock influences.