John Cipollina | |
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Born | Berkeley, California, U.S. | August 24, 1943
Died | May 29, 1989 San Francisco, California, U.S. | (aged 45)
Genres | Rock, psychedelic rock |
Occupation | Musician |
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Years active | 1964–1989 |
Labels | Capitol, Line Records, Music Box Records |
Website | JohnCipollina.com |
John Cipollina (August 24, 1943 – May 29, 1989) was a guitarist best known for his role as a founder and the lead guitarist of the prominent San Francisco rock band Quicksilver Messenger Service. After leaving Quicksilver he formed the band Copperhead, was a member of the San Francisco All Stars and later played with numerous other bands.