Bruce Gaitsch
Bruce R. Gaitsch, born on February 7, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois, is a renowned American guitarist, composer, and producer. His career, which began in 1977, spans several decades and includes collaborations with some of the most prominent names in music. Gaitsch is best known for his work as a session musician and songwriter with artists like Chicago, Peter Cetera, Madonna, and Agnetha Fältskog. Notably, he co-wrote Madonna's international hit "La Isla Bonita," which earned him an award from the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers in 1987.
In addition to his work with other artists, Bruce Gaitsch has released several solo albums, including "A Lyre in a Windstorm" (1995), "Aphasia" (1997), and "How Fragile We Are" (2023). He has also collaborated with his wife, singer Janey Clewer, on multiple projects, including the album "One on One" (2001).
Gaitsch's extensive discography includes appearances on albums by Barbra Streisand, Stephanie Mills, Evelyn "Champagne" King, and many others. He has also been instrumental in launching the career of fellow Chicago native Richard Marx, co-authoring the hit song "Don't Mean Nothing."
Beyond his solo work, Gaitsch has been part of various bands, such as The Bossa Nova Hotel, GIG, and TIM, contributing to albums like "Moon Island" (2009) and "Brave New World" (2018). His versatility as a musician is reflected in his proficiency with multiple instruments, including guitar, vocals, keyboards, sitar, and Dobro, and his involvement in diverse genres like rock, hard rock, pop, and AOR.
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