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Foggy Lyttle
Birth name David Lyttle
Born 13 May 1944
Belfast, Northern Ireland
Died 25 December 2003 (aged 59)
Occupation(s) Musician
Instruments Guitar
Associated acts Van Morrison

David 'Foggy' Lyttle (born 13 May 1944 in Belfast, Northern Ireland – died 25 December 2003) was a very talented guitarist. He was especially well-known for his amazing work with the famous singer Van Morrison. Foggy Lyttle played a big part in many musical projects throughout his life.

Who Was Foggy Lyttle?

David Lyttle, also known as 'Foggy', was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland. He became a skilled musician, focusing on the guitar. He was born in 1944 and sadly passed away in 2003 at the age of 59. His unique guitar style made him a respected figure in the music world.

Playing with Van Morrison

Foggy Lyttle had a very close musical connection with the legendary artist Van Morrison. He contributed his guitar skills to many of Morrison's songs. After Foggy's passing, Van Morrison dedicated his 2005 album, Magic Time, to him. This dedication showed how much Morrison valued Lyttle's talent. The album's notes described Foggy as "a respected colleague and fine performer." They also said he "brought a unique flavour to many of [the album's] tracks." This means his guitar playing added a special touch to the music.

Other Famous Collaborations

Beyond his work with Van Morrison, Foggy Lyttle played with many other well-known musicians and artists. His guitar skills were in high demand. Some of the famous people he worked with include:

This long list shows how versatile and respected Foggy Lyttle was as a musician. He truly left his mark on many different types of music.

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