{"title":"Roy Buchanan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoy Buchanan was an American guitarist and blues musician. Born on September 23, 1939 in Ozark, Arkansas, he became known for his soulful playing style and virtuosic guitar skills. Buchanan tragically passed away on August 14, 1988 when he took his own life in a jail cell in Fairfax, Virginia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith influences ranging from Peter Green to Johnny Winter, Buchanan carved out a unique place in the world of blues music. He was often compared to legendary performers such as Mike Bloomfield and Alvin Lee. His collaborations with artists like John Mayall \u0026amp; The Bluesbreakers and The Vaughan Brothers further showcased his talent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuchanan's discography includes notable albums such as \"When a Guitar Plays the Blues\" and \"Hot Wires.\" His distinctive sound and emotive playing continue to inspire musicians today. Fans of Freddie King and Robin Trower will find themselves drawn to Buchanan's powerful performances.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"live-at-rockpalast-hamburg-1985-2","title":"Live At Rockpalast - Hamburg 1985","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe legendary Rockpalast concert of 24 February 1985 finally available on a double LP! Roy Buchanan is still regarded as \"the world's best unknown guitarist\" to this day - Another concert of the worldwide, famous brand \"Rockpalast\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mig Music","offers":[{"title":"Black LP","offer_id":50409727033675,"sku":"2192145","price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/test_d438ee3b_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1726625683"},{"product_id":"youre-not-alone-3","title":"You're Not Alone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"You're Not Alone\" is one of the classics of the blues genre - The album was highly praised by critics and has lost none of its fascination and timeless quality even after more than 40 years. Roy Buchanan's vinyl \"You're Not Alone\" offers a unique sound that has had a lasting influence on the blues genre\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mig Music","offers":[{"title":"Black LP","offer_id":50422813491531,"sku":"2198443","price":27.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/test_bd47bc3d_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1726767137"},{"product_id":"roy-buchanan-and-the-snakestretchers","title":"Roy Buchanan And The Snakestretchers","description":"\u003cp\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Polydor","offers":[{"title":"Black LP","offer_id":50435299279179,"sku":"2208375","price":12.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/Buch_and_the_Snake_Stretchers_fc3c784f_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1726902393"},{"product_id":"live-from-austin-tx-4","title":"Live From Austin, TX","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a limited edition, one-time colour pressing of this classic live record from Austin City Limits. Celebrate 50 years of this iconic TV show with a Royal Blue record.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt first he was called \"the greatest unknown guitarist in the world,\" but within a few years Rolling Stonemagazine declared him \"one of the three greatest living guitarists.\" Sadly, the life and extraordinary talents of Roy Buchanan were cut short at the all-too-young age of 48, when a career marked by frustration, disappointment and alcohol abuse ended in tragedy when he apparently took his own life in 1988.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis performance, captured on the ACL stage on November 15, 1976, shows Roy Buchanan in his prime at the age of 37. Indeed, it may well be the best high-quality audio\/video recording of his complete performance known to exist. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New West Records","offers":[{"title":"LP - Blue","offer_id":50476464996683,"sku":"2224777","price":26.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/test_a350f686_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727459915"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/collections\/test_c77439a0_thumbnail_4096_a5bf5b43-bb76-4c7e-8d10-5e8d4cf8cd33.jpg?v=1726625664","url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/collections\/roy-buchanan.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}