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Lehto and Wright are a Celtic/American/English folk and progressive rock band from Minneapolis, USA. [1] Steve Lehto and John Wright perform either as a duo or, with the addition of Matt Jacobs on drums and percussion, a Celtic rock trio. They have been positively reviewed by such notable magazines and webzines as Dirty Linen , fRoots (folk roots), Allmusic and Sing Out! . [2]

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Lehto & Wright

John Wright solo releases

John Wright appearances with others

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