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A pioneer of modern electric blues from Chicago, Harvey Mandel developed and mastered sustained and controlled feedback, displaying both extroversion and musical virtuosity. Mandel was one of the first rock guitarists to utilize “tapping”, years before Eddie Van Halen and Stanley Jordan became famous for using the same technique. He has performed with many blues legends including Howlin' Wolf, Muddy Waters, Otis Rush, Albert King, and Buddy Guy.

In 1966, Mandel became the original guitarist with Charlie Musselwhite, releasing the debut album Stand Back! As a result of heavy airplay in San Francisco, they were invited to play the Fillmore by the late great Bill Graham. Harvey relocated to the Bay Area, performing often at a club called The Matrix, where local favorites like Jerry Garcia and Elvin Bishop would sit in and jam. He then met up with renowned producer Abe 'Voco' Kesh, and released his first solo album for Phillips/Mercury Records entitled Cristo Redentor in 1968. Then Harvey went on to replace Henry Vestine as lead guitarist of the legendary band Canned Heat. In fact, Harvey's third gig with the band was the Woodstock Festival in 1969! He was later recruited by British blues man John Mayall to be a member of the Bluesbreakers, recording the adventurous album USA Union. In 1976 came one of Harvey’s most significant session credits, his performance on the song "Hot Stuff" from the Rolling Stones’ Black and Blue release.

Today, Harvey’s playing continues to be heard everywhere from BB King's Blues Club to Don Johnson's Nash Bridges TV show.

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