Guitarists · 1944–2023
Mo Foster
British session musician, playing primarily jazz, jazz-fusion and rock bass guitar
- Born
- 22 December 1944
Surrey - Died
- 3 July 2023
London - Country
- United Kingdom
- Active
- 1968–2023
- Record labels
- Angel Air Records
- Discography
- 6 albums
Biography
Mo Foster was a jazz musician who played guitar, drum kit, bass instrument and musical keyboard. Mo Foster was born on 22 December 1944 in Surrey and died on 3 July 2023 in London. The music is usually filed under jazz, jazz fusion and pop music. Record labels: Angel Air Records. The discography here lists 6 albums, from “Bel Assis” (1988) to “Bass Themes” (2011).
Michael Ralph "Mo" Foster (22 December 1944 – 3 July 2023) was an English multi-instrumentalist, record producer, composer, solo artist, author, and public speaker. Through a career spanning over half a century, Foster toured, recorded, and performed with dozens of artists, including Jeff Beck, Gil Evans, Gary Moore, Phil Collins, Ringo Starr, Joan Armatrading, Gerry Rafferty, Brian May, Scott Walker, Frida of ABBA, Cliff Richard, George Martin, Van Morrison, Dr John, Hank Marvin, Heaven 17, Véronique Sanson and the London Symphony Orchestra. He released several albums under his own name, authored a humorous book on the history of British rock guitar, written numerous articles for music publications, continued to compose production music, and established himself as a public speaker. Foster was an assessor for JAMES, an industry organisation that gives accreditation to music colleges throughout the United Kingdom.
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Discography
Studio and live albums
Also plays on
Albums where Mo Foster is credited as a sideman
Frequently asked questions
What instrument did Mo Foster play?
Mo Foster is known for playing guitar, drum kit, bass instrument and musical keyboard.
When and where was Mo Foster born?
Mo Foster was born 22 December 1944 in Surrey.
What are Mo Foster's best-known albums?
Albums in our database include Bel Assis (1988), Southern Reunion (1991), Time to Think (2002), Belsize Lane: A Collection of Sketches (2006) and Live at Blues West 14 (2006).
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