Formed The Jazz-Rock Fusion Band Mahavishnu Orchestra in the 1970s.
Released 'Mahavishnu Orchestra The Lost Trident Sessions' in 1999, an
album which was presumed lost.
Collaborated with Jazz Virtuoso Miles Davis on jazz recordings, 'In A
Silent Way' (1969) and 'Bitches Brew' (1970).
Jeff Beck has called him "the best guitarist alive". (Uncut magazine - March 2010).
Has four siblings.
Left home at the age of 16 to become a professional musician.