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About Lloyd Gregory – A Smooth Jazz Guitarist from the Bay Area

Lloyd Gregory guitarist | Award-Winning Guitarist & Composer With a career spanning genres and decades, Lloyd Gregory is celebrated as a jazz and R&B expert in the bay area who has performed on stages around the world. His music blends jazz sophistication with soulful rhythm, connecting deeply with audiences everywhere.. See Lloyd’s Music Projects” → Music
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The Musical Journey of Lloyd Gregory

From Cleveland to the World Stage

The Musical Journey of Lloyd Gregory began in Cleveland, where he was surrounded by music at home, church, and school. He picked up the guitar at age 11, later moving to Berkeley, where he became the musical director for The Ballads, performing alongside legendary artists like Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, and James Brown.

Musical Style & Influences

Lloyd Gregory’s Unique Guitar Style

About Lloyd Gregory is a blend of jazz, R&B, soul, and world music, shaped by influences such as Curtis Mayfield, Django Reinhardt, soulful guitarist and Wes Montgomery. His masterful guitar work seamlessly merges African, reggae, Brazilian, and smooth jazz elements, captivating listeners worldwide. Learn more about the evolution of smooth jazz and its influence on Lloyd’s musical journey.

Career Highlights & Achievements

Awards, Collaborations & Performances

  • Released five critically acclaimed albums, including Gentle Warrior, which topped SmoothJazz.com charts.
  • Worked as a session musician with Rodney Franklin, Stanley Clarke, and Gerald Albright.
  • Opened for Chaka Khan, Kenny G, Brian Culbertson, and The Whispers.
  • Recorded with Martha Reeves, MC Smooth, Award-winning guitarist and Freddie Stewart.
  • Toured globally, bringing his soulful guitar to audiences worldwide.

Beyond Music – Martial Arts & Spirituality

Lloyd Gregory Beyond Music

About Lloyd Gregory Beyond music, Lloyd is a Seventh Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and a dedicated teacher. His studies in martial arts, meditation, and Professional sound engineer sound vibrations influence his approach to music, creating an immersive and healing experience for listeners.

Lloyd Gregory is an award-winning smooth jazz guitarist and sound engineer known for blending soul, R&B, and world music.

His fusion of soulful melodies with technical mastery makes his compositions stand out globally.

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What They Say

“Lloyd expertly fuses soul, pop and jazz, forging a hybrid that is both enjoyable and intellectually stimulating.”

- Minor 7th: Acoustic Music Review

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