Michael Gregory Jackson, born on August 28, 1953, in New Haven, Connecticut, is a pioneering American guitarist and composer whose innovative work spans jazz, R&B, avant-garde, rock, blues, and free jazz. Emerging in the 1970s New York avant-garde loft jazz scene, he collaborated with luminaries like Oliver Lake, Baikida Carroll, and Wadada Leo Smith. Jackson's diverse discography includes the Nile Rodgers-produced "Situation-X" (1983) and his first solo electric guitar album, "Electric Git Box" (2022). His influence resonates with contemporary guitarists such as Vernon Reid and Bill Frisell, underscoring his enduring impact on modern music. ([michaelgregoryjackson.com](https://www.michaelgregoryjackson.com/about?utm_source=openai))