Steve Miller

USA, 1965–now

American guitarist who began in Chicago blues before writing the concise psychedelic pop of 'The Joker', 'Fly Like an Eagle' and 'Jet Airliner'.

MusicRoots documents 3 artists who influenced Steve Miller and 0 artists Steve Miller influenced in turn. Every connection cites a published source.

Who influenced Steve Miller?

• Les Paul — Les Paul was Miller's godfather and mentor — the guitar and recording lessons that launched him.
• T-Bone Walker — Miller took lessons from T-Bone Walker — the electric-blues foundation of his playing.
• Muddy Waters — In Chicago Miller played with Muddy Waters — the electric Chicago blues under his early sound.