His familyreleased a statement on social mediaconfirming the news but gave few details other than citing health issues.
Something that is connected to us, common to our experiences.
He added, To be honest, I dont think anyone really knows exactly what it is.
John Mayall in 1971 and 2019Getty Images
I just cant stop playing it.
The group was a commercial force in the Swinging 60s UK, with five Top 10 LPs from 1966-70.
Green was replaced by Taylor, who split in 1969 to join The Rolling Stones after Brian Jones death.
John Mayall in the 1980sEverett Collection
He formed the Bluesbreakers late that year with McVie, Peter Ward and others and began gigging around town.
Roster changes were numerous.
Mayall relocated to Los Angeles in 1969 and continued to front bands.
He continued to record and tour until about two years ago.
