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Sources from 1980s to present day is needed!

Hello all! I'm writing to let everyone know that I think some solid sources should be needed when it comes to McLaughlin's career from 1980s onwards.

I've probably edited as much as I can, so I think I'm ready to defer to others who are as highly interested in the jazz musician himself, as I'm writing this now. While the plain text looks very appealing, the writeups should be verified with a strong print and digital source pertaining to McLaughlin's career from 1980s onward.

From his early life to 1970s onward I tried to strengthen some of the claims, and verify to the best of my ability. I am attempting to set an example at that section so you know what I mean by verified with strong solid sources.

There is a Facebook 'archive' page that has gathered sources related to McLaughlin (and that was cited in a Shakti group article...) - much of it is more in depth - but I highly suggest those reading to dive into the source directly (e.g. if it mentions Guitar Player, maybe cite it directly?), as it is so listed, rather than base it on an anonymous person's claim.

Anyway, I'll assume that those reading this have very better resources and knowhows on strengthening the other part of his career. It's better that way when all claims of his careers from 1980s onward are strengthened with sources as the first part of his biography. Thanks! MISTERPITHER (talk) 21:16, 23 November 2024 (UTC)[reply]