Frank Marino

Frank Marino
Background information
Birth nameFrancesco Antonio Marino
Born (1954-11-20) November 20, 1954 (age 70)
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Genres
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter
Instrument(s)Guitar, vocals
Years active1970–2021
Websitemahoganyrush.com

Francesco Antonio Marino (born November 20, 1954) is a Canadian guitarist and singer, best known as the leader of Canadian hard rock band Mahogany Rush. Often compared to Jimi Hendrix, he is described as one of the most underrated[1] guitarists of the 1970s. In 2021, he announced his retirement from music.[2]

  1. ^ Brown, Pete; Lisa Sharken (2003). Gear Secrets of the Guitar Legends: How to Sound Like Your Favorite Players. Hal Leonard. p. 97. ISBN 978-0-87930-751-6.
  2. ^ "FRANK MARINO Announces 'Immediate Retirement From Touring' Due To 'Debilitating Medical Condition'". Blabbermouth.net. June 30, 2021. Retrieved July 19, 2021.