My favorite rock sax solo ever.
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Rest In Peace, Big Man
R.I.P. Gary Moore
My college roommate Dave turned me on to Gary Moore. I’ll never forget him telling me how Gary was going to do a blues album. That news sure got my attention! I got Still Got the Blues and have been a fan ever since. To me, Gary had a wonderful mix of speed & chops from his rock days, soulful tastiness, and melodic grace. What a guitarist & what a legacy he left us. He is gone too soon & will be missed.
This video is from the Strat Pack concert several years back, Gary showing his stuff on a red strat playing Jimi’s Red House. Rest in Peace, Gary.
R.I.P. Jimi Hendrix, 11/27/42 – 9/18/70
Jimi Hendrix died 40 years ago today. Here’s his famous performance of Wild Thing at the Monterey Pop Festival. His appearance there (recommended by Paul McCartney) launched his US career and vaulted him into legendary status. Rest in peace, Jimi.
R.I.P. Stevie Ray Vaughan
Twenty years ago today, six strings down. Rest In Peace, Stevie Ray Vaughan, October 3, 1954 – August 27, 1990
The Music They Made: NYT Sound Collage of Some of Music’s Losses in 2009
The New York Times Magazine produced a wonderful sound collage featuring a sampling of musicians who died this year. Beyond MJ and Les Paul, there were many losses this year. I would also add to this tribute guitarist Bob Bogle & Leo Fender’s business partner George Fullterton, whose innovative handiwork I enjoy every day. I’m sure there are many others who should be honored, as this tribute is not exhaustive. Rest in peace, all.