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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] Biography and career.
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Mahogany Rush was a Canadian rock band led by guitarist Frank Marino. Formed in Montreal , Quebec in 1969, the band had its peak of popularity in the 1970s, playing venues as large as California Jam II .
Jun 30, 2021 · Mahogany Rush icon and electric guitar god Frank Marino has announced his retirement from touring, and possibly music altogether, after revealing he has developed an “unexpected and debilitating” medical condition.
Mar 24, 2023 · In mid-2021, legendary Canadian guitarist and Mahogany Rush leader, Frank Marino, announced his retirement from touring "due to an unexpected and debilitating medical condition which makes it impossible for me to tour."
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Jul 1, 2021 · Frank Marino performing in New York City in 1982 (Image credit: Bill Tompkins/Getty Images) As a highly gifted player and founding member of Canadian rockers Mahogany Rush, Marino is cited as being of major importance by many, including Zakk Wilde, Paul Gilbert, and Steve Vai.
Jun 16, 2015 · In a revealing conversation, legendary Mahogany Rush guitarist Frank Marino sets the record straight about his mysterious career, his disdain for the music industry and how the guitar saved his life.
Frank Marino’s music never reached the mainstream of popularity, but has had a devoted fan base that has grown over the years. Being sober now for over 35 years, he still plays with the enthusiasm that he’s always had.
Jun 30, 2021 · Frank Marino, the guitarist, vocalist and leader of the Canadian rock band Mahogany Rush, has announced his immediate retirement due to “an unexpected and debilitating medical condition.” No specifics were revealed though he did ask fans “to include me in their prayers.”