Taj Mahal is the stage name of Grammy Award winning blues artist Henry Saint Clair Fredericks. With a style that incorporates Cajun, Gospel, Reggae and African music into his Blues stew, Taj Mahal has become one of the most respected modern Blues performers. Taj Mahal began his music career in the early 1960s when he formed The Rising Sons with guitarist Ry Cooder in Los Angeles. After going solo, Taj had a string of successful albums and singles. Taj Mahal continues to write, record and perform and has collaborated with a number of high profile artists.
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Fast Facts
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Name
Henry Saint Clair Fredericks
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Origin
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Born
May 17, 1942
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Years Active
1964 - Present
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Fact:
Performed as part of The Rolling Stones' Rock and Roll Circus in 1968
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Fact:
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Designated [http
//www.mass.gov/legis/laws/seslaw06/sl060019.htm Official Blues Artist of Massachusetts] in 2006
