Coltrane's influence extended far beyond jazz...his playing inspired the guitar solo in the Byrds' "Eight Miles High." And his praises have been sung by U2 and the Cowboy Junkies. His 1961 recording of "My Favorite Things" sold a LOT of records. Dean Olsher tries to explain why Coltrane reached so many people. (IN STEREO)
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