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R.I.P.
Sept 2, 2023 11:28:04 GMT
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Post by Sheriff John Stone on Sept 2, 2023 11:28:04 GMT
Sad news...Yeah, we knew he cancelled some recent shows but I didn't know his illness was terminal. I wasn't a huge Jimmy Buffett fan, but I always found it fascinating and positive how he had a certain following, and how his music promoted a kind of lifestyle. I guess in some ways it was like The Beach Boys, Grateful Dead, and others. Of course, BB/BW-related, I'll always think of him as the co-writer of "South American" and his cover of "Sail On Sailor". He did seem to have a happy, fun life. R.I.P. Jimmy Buffett.
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R.I.P.
Sept 2, 2023 11:35:08 GMT
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Post by Kapitan on Sept 2, 2023 11:35:08 GMT
Sad news...Yeah, we knew he cancelled some recent shows but I didn't know his illness was terminal. I think he at least implied (or maybe even said) it was just a brief interruption, that he'd be returning shortly. Whether that was honest but optimistic belief, or just the public message he chose to put out, I have no idea. In some ways I do respect people who keep those things private. But it makes the shock greater when it does happen. Buffett wasn't ever someone I spent time listening to, but the guy was very interesting. I recall a long (New York Times?) feature on him within the past 5 years or so, and it was fascinating how he built not only that music career, but an all-out business empire. He was a pioneer in what Harley Davidson and Gibson Guitars and other famous brands have tried to do: go from a product (music) to a "lifestyle brand." I really do appreciate the general thrust of his music, too: celebrate life. It seems he did. RIP
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R.I.P.
Sept 2, 2023 11:48:32 GMT
Post by Kapitan on Sept 2, 2023 11:48:32 GMT
I recall a long (New York Times?) feature on him within the past 5 years or so, and it was fascinating how he built not only that music career, but an all-out business empire. He was a pioneer in what Harley Davidson and Gibson Guitars and other famous brands have tried to do: go from a product (music) to a "lifestyle brand." I found it. And my memory was good! New York Times, 2018, so that's 5 years. A very interesting look at how Buffett became a businessman. www.nytimes.com/2018/02/08/arts/jimmy-buffett-does-not-live-the-jimmy-buffett-lifestyle.html
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Post by kds on Sept 2, 2023 11:56:53 GMT
I also think Buffett is a very good singer songwriter. That's something I don't think he gets enough credit for as its overshadowed by the branding, the Parrothead vibe, and some of his more humor based songs that got popular.
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R.I.P.
Sept 2, 2023 12:14:53 GMT
Post by Sheriff John Stone on Sept 2, 2023 12:14:53 GMT
Speaking of great songwriters, here's a couple:
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Post by Sheriff John Stone on Sept 2, 2023 22:52:33 GMT
A statement from Paul McCartney: “It seems that so many wonderful people are leaving this world, and now Jimmy Buffett is one of them. I’ve known Jimmy for some time and found him to be one of the kindest and most generous people. I remember once on holiday when I had forgotten to bring my guitar and was itching to play. He said he would get me one of his, but I said, ‘I’m left-handed’. So, Jimmy had his roadie restring one of his guitars which he loaned me for the duration of the holiday. He then followed this act of generosity by giving me my own beautiful left-handed guitar that had been made by one of his guitar-making pals. It’s a beautiful instrument, and every time I play it now it’ll remind me of what a great man Jimmy was. He had a most amazing lust for life and a beautiful sense of humour. When we swapped tales about the past his were so exotic and lush and involved sailing trips and surfing and so many exciting stories that it was hard for me to keep up with him. Right up to the last minute his eyes still twinkled with a humour that said, ‘I love this world and I’m going to enjoy every minute of it’. So many of us will miss Jimmy and his tremendous personality. His love for us all, and for mankind as a whole. Last, but not least, is his songwriting and vocal ability. If someone made an interesting remark he repeated it in his gorgeous Louisiana drawl and said, ‘That’s a good idea for a song’. Most times it didn’t take too long for that song to appear. I was very happy to have played on one of his latest songs called ‘My Gummy Just Kicked In’. We had a real fun session and he played me some of his new songs. One, in particular, I loved was the song, ‘Bubbles Up’. And I told him that not only was the song great but the vocal was probably the best I’ve heard him sing ever. He turned a diving phrase that is used to train people underwater into a metaphor for life when you’re confused and don’t know where you are just follow the bubbles - they’ll take you up to the surface and straighten you out right away. So long, Jim. You are a very special man and friend and it was a great privilege to get to know you and love you. Bubbles up, my friend. Love, Paul.”
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Post by Sheriff John Stone on Sept 4, 2023 19:30:27 GMT
Brian Wilson and Jimmy Buffett in the studio recording "South American":
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Post by jk on Sept 4, 2023 21:20:10 GMT
A couple of truly heart-warming posts there, Sheriff.
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R.I.P.
Sept 5, 2023 0:13:13 GMT
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Post by Sheriff John Stone on Sept 5, 2023 0:13:13 GMT
This has been a rough summer, a tough stretch. I'm sorry to have to report two more passings:
R.I.P. Gary Wright (April 26, 1943 - September 4, 2023), who was a member of Spooky Tooth in the late 1960s/early 1970s, but is probably better known for his 1976 hits, "Dream Weaver" and "Love Is Alive". Both songs peaked at #2 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart. Gary also played on all of George Harrison's 1970s albums and 1987's Cloud Nine, on Ringo Starr's "It Don't Come Easy" and "Back Off Boogaloo", and on "Without You" by Nilsson. Gary had been suffering from Lewy Body Dementia and Parkinson's Disease.
R.I.P. Steve Harwell (January 9, 1967 - September 4, 2023), who was the lead singer for Smash Mouth. Steve passed away from acute liver failure.
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Sept 8, 2023 12:19:13 GMT
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Post by Sheriff John Stone on Sept 8, 2023 12:19:13 GMT
The Eagles pay tribute to Jimmy Buffett in concert:
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R.I.P.
Sept 8, 2023 15:18:44 GMT
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Post by kds on Sept 8, 2023 15:18:44 GMT
The Eagles pay tribute to Jimmy Buffett in concert:
When I saw Jimmy in 2018, he played Take It Easy as a tribute to Glenn Frey.
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Post by Kapitan on Sept 11, 2023 14:00:06 GMT
Sadly this one goes in this thread rather than the All About That Bass thread: legendary jazz, classical, and pop bassist Richard Davis died. He was 93. Davis began playing in youth orchestra in his native Chicago and went on to study music in college. Throughout the '40s and '50s, he primarily played in "jazz orchestras," meaning dance bands. He moved to New York in the '50s. By the '60s, the scope of his experience expanded to include sessions and gigs with smaller and more experimental jazz groups and artists like Eric Dolphy, Pharoah Sanders, Oliver Nelson, Andrew Hill, Elvin Jones, Miles Davis, and many, many more. In the '70s, he also expanded into the pop world, playing on Bruce Springsteen's Greetings From Asbury Park, NJ and Born to Run, Van Morrison's Astral Weeks (on which he was considered the bandleader), Paul Simon's There Goes Rhymin' Simon, and Laura Nyro's Smile. He also performed with classical musicians such as Leonard Bernstein and the NY Philharmonic, Igor Stravinsky, and Pierre Boulez. His full discography is startling. Davis transitioned from being a working musician to an academic in 1977, when he took a job at the University of Wisconsin (Madison) teaching bass, jazz history, and improvisation. In the 1990s, he also began working to promote racial unity through various organizations. This 3-minute video is a nice summary from the man himself. RIP to one of the absolute greats of the instrument--in every genre.
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Post by jk on Sept 11, 2023 17:18:12 GMT
In the '70s, he also expanded into the pop world, playing on Bruce Springsteen's Greetings From Asbury Park, NJ and Born to Run, Van Morrison's Astral Weeks (on which he was considered the bandleader), Paul Simon's There Goes Rhymin' Simon, and Laura Nyro's Smile. He also performed with classical musicians such as Leonard Bernstein and the NY Philharmonic, Igor Stravinsky, and Pierre Boulez. His full discography is startling.Ye gods -- you're not kidding! So he's all over Astral Weeks. This is the title track, in Richard Davis's memory:
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R.I.P.
Sept 18, 2023 18:28:19 GMT
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Post by Sheriff John Stone on Sept 18, 2023 18:28:19 GMT
Sad to bring you two R.I.P.s:
R.I.P. Larry Chance, lead singer of The Earls, who passed away at the age of 82. The Earls' biggest hit was the classic, "Remember Then", released in 1962.
...and R.I.P. Roger Whittaker, who passed away at the age of 87. Roger recorded several hits including "The Last Farewell" and "Durham Town", and he also recorded some of the finest Christmas music of the 1970s and 1980s.
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R.I.P.
Sept 21, 2023 21:25:37 GMT
Post by Sheriff John Stone on Sept 21, 2023 21:25:37 GMT
R.I.P. Katherine Anderson Schaffner, a co-founding member of The Marvelettes, who passed away at the age of 79.
One of The Marvelettes biggest hits, "Don't Mess With Bill" (#7 in 1966), written by Smokey Robinson, lead vocal by Wanda Young. An earworm for sure:
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