For over 55 years, Jan Akkerman has been one of the most respected guitarists in the Netherlands. In addition to his leading role in the globally acclaimed bands Focus and Brainbox, he has also worked with artists such as B. B. King, Charlie Byrd, Cozy Powell, Claus Ogerman and Ice-T. In 1973, leading British music magazine Melody Maker placed Jan ahead of Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana and Jimmy Page in its poll for "Best International Guitarist", establishing his status as an influential and popular guitarist. In his solo projects - some 30 albums - Akkerman let his creativity run wild, combining rock, jazz, blues, classical music and dance in his own distinctive style. "75" celebrates the 75th birthday of Jan Akkerman. It is a special anniversary album that showcases the legacy of a unique and groundbreaking artist who never did the same thing twice. "75" is available in a limited edition of 2000 individually numbered copies on gold-colored vinyl. The package includes extensive liner notes by Akkerman's archivist Wouter Bessels.