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Title: The RIP Thread
Post by: richidoo on July 14, 2015, 05:02:41 AM
A place where we can honor the great artists and pioneers of music and technology that have touched our lives in a meaningful way.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: richidoo on July 14, 2015, 05:05:10 AM
Michael Masser, songwriter.

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/07/14/arts/music/michael-masser-composer-who-wrote-hits-for-whitney-houston-dies-at-74.html?_r=0

"The Greatest Love of All"... (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E849UUqNe3g)

...and dozens of other gigantic hits for Whitney and Diana Ross.

Touch Me In The Morning
Mahogany
It's My Turn
Didn't We Almost Have It All
Saving All My Love
Tonight I Celebrate My Love (Roberta Flack)
Miss You Like Crazy (Natalie Cole)

Songwriters Hall of Fame

Mentored by Johnny Mercer after he quit his finance job with no music experience nor instrument skills in order to write music. He followed his Muse and it paid off big time, for all of us.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on October 22, 2015, 01:08:37 PM
Cory Wells, lead singe of Three Dog Night

http://www.cnn.com/2015/10/21/entertainment/three-dog-night-cory-wells-dead-feat/
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on October 22, 2015, 01:12:13 PM
Larry Rosen, who along with Dave Grusin founded GRP Records:

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/10/15/arts/music/larry-rosen-digital-audio-pioneer-dies-at-75.html?_r=0
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: BobM on March 11, 2016, 02:32:15 PM
Now it's Keith Emerson. A true pioneer and one of the benchmarks of prog. Rumors say it was a suicide. Gunshot to the head due to depression caused by a degenerative nerve disorder that was affecting his hands.
Title: Prince dead
Post by: richidoo on April 21, 2016, 10:33:28 AM
(http://www.twincities.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/20140226__140227ae-prince.jpg)

Pop/Rock superstar Prince Rogers Nelson dead at 57. He was hospitalized after an emergency landing of his jet in IL a few days ago, they say it was flu like symptoms he had been fighting flu for a few weeks.  He played a gig the next day. Today emergency call to his home. Time will tell the cause. Lots of cancelled gigs last month due to illness.

I just started dating my wife when Little Red Corvette came out, summer 1983. She gave me a LP copy of his second album Paisley something or other, still have it.

Edit: Rogers, not Roger

Edit: TMZ: "Not flu.... "

Edit: TMZ: "...opiate overdose..."

sad
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: rollo on April 28, 2016, 07:42:14 AM
  Funk personified. He will be missed. Just played Purple Rain LP in his honor. Still dancing.


charles
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on February 13, 2017, 08:55:07 AM
Yesterday we lost Al Jarreau at the age of 76.  Sad

http://www.newsday.com/long-island/obituaries/grammy-winning-jazz-singer-al-jarreau-dies-at-76-1.13111502
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: jimbones on February 13, 2017, 10:14:37 AM
and don't forget Barbara Carroll
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on May 27, 2017, 04:56:06 PM
... and now Gregg Allman.  :(

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/gregg-allman-southern-rock-legend-dead-at-69-w433068
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: richidoo on May 27, 2017, 08:08:56 PM
And Mickey Roker,  jazz drummer
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on September 03, 2017, 07:23:47 PM
Today we lost Walter Becker, founding member of Steely Dan.

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/walter-becker-steely-dan-co-founder-dead-at-67-w500956
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: richidoo on September 03, 2017, 08:07:21 PM
Condolences to Chris
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on September 05, 2017, 09:25:48 PM
Today we lost Walter Becker, founding member of Steely Dan.

http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/walter-becker-steely-dan-co-founder-dead-at-67-w500956

Oh wow. Very sad. I just heard this on the radio on the drive home from work. And to think I've been putting off watching them live.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: dBe on September 09, 2017, 04:34:03 PM
Now Don Williams and Troy Gentry...  Country lost two good ones. :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Emil on November 22, 2017, 12:41:58 PM
David Cassidy RIP

(http://45rpmvinyl.com/pic/partridge5061.jpg)

I remember listening to this album on my Zenith Console. I'm sure I wore it out :lol:

The show was on Friday nights at 8PM, I believe. Corny but good fun

My favorite back in the day that still holds it own today

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swjLglCwflE

RIP David


Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: richidoo on August 16, 2018, 08:35:15 AM
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Aretha Franklin - "Queen of Soul" dead at 76yo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6YCxXQ6Scw&list=RDk6YCxXQ6Scw&t=133
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on August 16, 2018, 10:30:34 AM
 :(
Title: The RIP Thread
Post by: Guy 13 on September 25, 2019, 01:41:20 AM
 :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on October 06, 2019, 07:20:23 AM
And now Ginger Baker,,,,,,    :(

https://people.com/music/cream-drummer-ginger-baker-dead/
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Triode Pete on October 06, 2019, 07:25:03 AM
He was the BEST!, but really crazy!!!

Great article with superb videos on Ginger here...

Read in BBC News: https://apple.news/AtegSpzlDRe2pp1MyFS5kew (https://apple.news/AtegSpzlDRe2pp1MyFS5kew)
Title: The RIP Thread : Neil Peart
Post by: dBe on January 10, 2020, 02:54:18 PM
This year is hard on drummers... Now it is Neil Peart.  Lot a 3-1/2 year battle with glioblastoma. 
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: rollo on January 10, 2020, 04:45:19 PM
  Yup brain cancer. Take off the headphones. We still have his music. RIP Drummer Man.

charles
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on January 18, 2020, 11:05:10 PM
Peart's passing came as a shock, as I was wondering what he was up to lately. He supposedly quit drumming and Rush entirely since he could not play at the technical level he wanted to due to arthritis.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: steve on January 28, 2020, 08:00:56 AM
Bob Shane, founding member and last of the Kingston Trio has passed away. Loved their music, always put a smile on
my face. Will be sorely missed.

steve
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: rollo on January 28, 2020, 08:28:24 AM
 I am lucky to own several of their LPs. Will plat them tonight to honor him.

charles
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: BobM on February 11, 2020, 07:07:10 AM
Lyle Mays, keyboardist for decades with the Pat Metheny group has died after battling a long standing illness.

I don't know that he ever got the credit he deserved for his role in all those spectacular compositions and recordings. He did play with other people occasionally but most of his work was with Metheny. He was a unique voice in that group and a fabulous orchestrator. He was 66.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: dBe on February 11, 2020, 09:57:10 AM
 :(
Lyle Mays, keyboardist for decades with the Pat Metheny group has died after battling a long standing illness.

I don't know that he ever got the credit he deserved for his role in all those spectacular compositions and recordings. He did play with other people occasionally but most of his work was with Metheny. He was a unique voice in that group and a fabulous orchestrator. He was 66.
Met him when we did sound for the Pat Metheny Group at Paolo Soleri amphitheater in Santa Fe back in the early '80s.  They were all (Metheny, Lyle, Danny Gotllieb and Steve Rodby) kind and appreciative plus they killed it that night!
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on April 03, 2020, 10:54:14 AM
Sorry to see that Ells Marsalis and Bill Withers have both passed away  :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: mresseguie on April 03, 2020, 12:16:03 PM
Bill Withers died today.........sorry. I just noticed it was already posted.... :(

This week/month sucks.

Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on April 24, 2020, 09:40:28 PM
Lee Konitz is gone, so is Bucky Pizarelli. Konitz from Pneumonia, Covid complications.

https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2020/04/20/koni-a20.html

Not a good month.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on April 24, 2020, 09:59:06 PM
Doesn’t matter that they were both in their mid 90’s.  Dead is dead and they will be missed by those of us that valued their contribution, but also by friends and family.

Sad... they are gone, but not forgotten.   :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: steve on April 25, 2020, 11:46:12 PM
It is with sadness that Marty DeWulf, owner/editor of Bound for Sound has passed away.
I had the opportunity to visit him and Laura several times and enjoyed listening to his system and  discussing audio. Even if one differed in subjective sonic opinion, his opinions were honest.
He was a gentleman.

One of the reasons I chose Bound for Sound to review my products was his very high ethics and moral 
standards. With such standards, Bound for Sound never accepted any advertising.
 
In reviews, he explained both the strengths and weaknesses of a component. He never sounded phony to me.
One of his famous articles was titled "Truth be Told", pertaining to the rampant corruption in the audio
field. His example was a beacon.

He will be sorely missed, one of a few men of high integrity in the audio realm.

steve
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on April 26, 2020, 10:47:27 AM
 
It is with sadness that Marty DeWulf, owner/editor of Bound for Sound has passed away.
I had the opportunity to visit him and Laura several times and enjoyed listening to his system and  discussing audio. Even if one differed in subjective sonic opinion, his opinions were honest.
He was a gentleman.

One of the reasons I chose Bound for Sound to review my products was his very high ethics and moral 
standards. With such standards, Bound for Sound never accepted any advertising.
 
In reviews, he explained both the strengths and weaknesses of a component. He never sounded phony to me.
One of his famous articles was titled "Truth be Told", pertaining to the rampant corruption in the audio
field. His example was a beacon.

He will be sorely missed, one of a few men of high integrity in the audio realm.

steve

 :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on April 26, 2020, 10:25:25 PM

He will be sorely missed, one of a few men of high integrity in the audio realm.

steve

While Marty will be missed I have to disagree with you that he was "one of a few men of high integrity in the audio realm."

I have been involved in this hobby for over thirty years and it has been my great pleasure to deal with many people whom I would definitely consider to be of high integrity. The nature of the audio press end of the business is such that it is totally dependent on advertising dollars and as a result there are times where financial considerations tend to take precedent over what I might call total journalistic freedom. And it is not just the audio press. I have a college friend who has spent his career in the newspaper business. He tells me that when he started there in the 80s the newspaper business was a noble profession and bringing the truth to the public was their first and foremost goal. But as the newspapers began getting bought up by big corporate conglomerates whose only concern was how next quarters financials were going to look, the news just became another way to generate revenue for the corporation and profits started to become more and more important than the journalism itself.

Sorry for rambling on, but the point I am trying to get to is that most of the people I have dealt with on the manufacturing side of this business are hard working honest people who do their best to try to put out the best product possible withing the market segment they are  trying to address. I would just hate to see them lumped in with the audio press when talking about the integrity of the people in the the business. People like you and Dave and Pete are out there trying to do what you can to help us enjoy our music more. I don't and certainly don't think anybody else should look at guys like you in same light that we do the audio press. (and of course I and talking about the audio press as an industry in general, there are certainly some people involved in the press (like Marty) who are stand up guys.)
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on April 26, 2020, 10:27:47 PM
Lee Konitz is gone, so is Bucky Pizarelli. Konitz from Pneumonia, Covid complications.

https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2020/04/20/koni-a20.html

Not a good month.

I had seen a news report about Lee, but Bucky's passing  somehow slipped by me

That really sucks, I like his music a lot.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: steve on April 27, 2020, 10:32:14 AM

He will be sorely missed, one of a few men of high integrity in the audio realm.

steve

While Marty will be missed I have to disagree with you that he was "one of a few men of high integrity in the audio realm."

I have been involved in this hobby for over thirty years and it has been my great pleasure to deal with many people whom I would definitely consider to be of high integrity. The nature of the audio press end of the business is such that it is totally dependent on advertising dollars and as a result there are times where financial considerations tend to take precedent over what I might call total journalistic freedom. And it is not just the audio press. I have a college friend who has spent his career in the newspaper business. He tells me that when he started there in the 80s the newspaper business was a noble profession and bringing the truth to the public was their first and foremost goal. But as the newspapers began getting bought up by big corporate conglomerates whose only concern was how next quarters financials were going to look, the news just became another way to generate revenue for the corporation and profits started to become more and more important than the journalism itself.

Sorry for rambling on, but the point I am trying to get to is that most of the people I have dealt with on the manufacturing side of this business are hard working honest people who do their best to try to put out the best product possible withing the market segment they are  trying to address. I would just hate to see them lumped in with the audio press when talking about the integrity of the people in the the business. People like you and Dave and Pete are out there trying to do what you can to help us enjoy our music more. I don't and certainly don't think anybody else should look at guys like you in same light that we do the audio press. (and of course I and talking about the audio press as an industry in general, there are certainly some people involved in the press (like Marty) who are stand up guys.)


Since Marty is involved in the press, I was referring mainly to them T, but I can name some big names if you wish. I also know a few manufacturers as well. Being a manufacturer might allow me to see things behind the scenes, by personal experience, so how would the public know?

I also know of a few in forums (not AN) who have expressed to me they don't care about shilling, one just recently. These are not hearsay, but direct, personal contacts.

I was directly blackballed by some industry and virus attacked simply because I defended my amps using indirectly heated tubes in my SET amps some 20 years ago. I had never heard of the forum before that.

I then received at many as 36 virus attacks in One Day, not over weeks, for simply showing that the plate curves in triode mode were the same as "true triodes".

I soon learned I better have an external hard drive backup since I had to restore my computer dozens, if not more times over the months. I simply stopped posting on that forum.

I had one preamplifier destroyed with a hammer because I would not sell my preamplifier to a well known reviewer for $300.00. Of course no one hear about these unless I mentioned it.

I also had one reviewer from a large forum go after me for ~2 years while he was pushing brand "A".
I did not personally know either the reviewer nor the company. Turned out he reviewed "A" and the company's owner had been caught pay for review. By the way, UPS mistakenly shipped back the preamplifier to the shilling reviewer. I did finally receive a check for $300.00 from the famous review magazine.
You either do the bribes or no review. 

With the varied so called "scientific" and otherwise postings, how does one know what is true and what is not, who is honest and who is not?

steve



Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on April 27, 2020, 11:17:20 AM

I also know of a few in forums (not AN) who have expressed to me they don't care about being shilled on, one just recently. These are not hearsay, but direct, personal contacts.

I was directly blackballed by some industry and virus attacked simply because I defended my amps using indirectly heated tubes in my SET amps some 20 years ago. I did not even know the forum existed when informed by a customer they were attacking my designs.

I received at many as 36 virus attacks in One Day, not over weeks, for simply showing that the plate curves in triode mode were the same as "true triodes".

I soon learned I better have an external hard drive backup since I had to restore my computer dozens, if not hundreds of times over the months. I simply left the forum.

I had one preamplifier destroyed with a hammer because I would not sell my preamplifier to a large reviewer for $300.00. No one heard about that unless I mentioned it.

I also had one reviewer from a large forum go after me for ~2 years while he was pushing brand "A".
Turned out he reviewed "A" and the company's owner had been caught pay for review. By the way, UPS shipped back the preamplifier to the shilling reviewer. I did finally receive a check for $300.00 from the famous review magazine.

With the varied so called "scientific" and otherwise postings, how does one know what is true and what is not?

steve
Steve, I feel you...

There are people in the "industry" (I use the term loosely) that revel in the power that the wield in their own little corners of the world and use their position to inflate their egos and in some cases build their systems.  I've known a few people like this on forums, too.  I had an similar instance like you with my computer being essentially destroyed by someone that I pissed off by telling the truth about what I saw as one-sided injustice.  It was my fault they got in becausde I was using a free "firewall" that was more of a fire sale and provided very little protection.  It was OK because it led me to become a Mac user for more than just a music server.   :thumb:

I've had "reviewers" (again: loosely) that requested gear to review and then never wrote a word, but kept the gear.  A couple of fairly well known names in the audio world.  They suck!

I enjoyed Bound for Sound over the years, as I have PFO and Part Time Audiophile among others.  It just pains me to know that we lose the good guys and the jerks are still out there.

Marty will be missed greatly.  😔
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Mud on April 28, 2020, 08:39:54 AM
I've mentioned many times over the years that I am not surprised and disgusted by the base nature of humans, but I have been wrong.  I am still taken aback by the conscious, deliberate meanness manifested by so many.  The few examples that I just read above surprised anew.

Don't get me wrong, I am sure that I hurt or offend quite often in my dealings with others, but it is always an unconscious act.  It is an inevitability with human interaction I guess.  What one says/does and what another understands/feels can be  diametrically opposed. 
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: allenzachary on April 29, 2020, 06:14:13 AM

Don't get me wrong, I am sure that I hurt or offend quite often in my dealings with others....

Well, around here, your name is "Mud."
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on April 29, 2020, 09:55:27 AM
I just heard about the passing of bluegrass great Eric Weissberg, best known for playing the banjo parts on Bob Dylan's Blood on the Tracks and the mega-hit Dueling Banjos. He passed late last month not of Covid, but rather from complications from his 5 year battle with dementia. The cause is not really important, it is just sad to loose yet another great musician.

Eric was not just a skilled banjo player, but a great entertainer as well.

Here is a clip of him performing Dueling Banjos with Tom Paxton in 2009:

https://youtu.be/U1cc5JKIlAU
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on May 09, 2020, 10:17:05 AM
Rock and Roll pioneer Little Richard died today at age 87 from bone cancer.

(https://www.rollingstone.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/little-richard-2007.jpg?resize=1800,1200&w=450)

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/little-richard-dead-48505/


Also Roy Horn of Siegfried and Roy dead at 75 from Covid.

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EWvd64gXQAIiGDq.jpg)

https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/siegfried-roy-roy-horn-dead-coronavirus-obituary-996628/


Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: rollo on May 09, 2020, 12:34:17 PM
  Hopefully ALL in a better place. God rest their Souls. Good Golly Miss Molly you will be missed.

charles
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on July 06, 2020, 10:07:55 AM
One of my favorite people has passed.

Charlie Daniels is gone at 83.

A great man of Faith, musician, American, philanthropist and much, much more.

Just as sure as the Devil went down to Georgia, Charlie went up to Heaven!
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Triode Pete on July 06, 2020, 10:41:13 AM
One of my favorite people has passed.

Charlie Daniels is gone at 83.

A great man of Faith, musician, American, philanthropist and much, much more.

Just as sure as the Devil went down to Georgia, Charlie went up to Heaven!

Saw him in San Diego at a concert... Great show!
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: S Clark on July 06, 2020, 11:20:38 AM
And one of my favorites also died today, Ennio Morrecone.  The list of his film scores is too long to post, and probably close to a dozen are great scores.  First among many I consider great oboe solo from "The Mission".

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lAoT2ktM2H0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oag1Dfa1e_E
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on July 07, 2020, 08:25:26 PM
One of my favourites as well. Was just listening to 'Once Upon a Time in the West.'

I did not know that he also did Carpenter's "The Thing".



Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: rollo on July 08, 2020, 08:15:00 AM
  A heck of a Fiddle Player Daniels. Rest In Peace Charlie. Guys check out Fiddle Fire .Great music.

charles
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Response Audio on July 08, 2020, 08:45:29 AM
I met Charlie Daniels a few years back when he was doing a small venue here. Great guy to talk to and always liked his music.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: steve on July 08, 2020, 04:38:58 PM
One of my favourites as well. Was just listening to 'Once Upon a Time in the West.'

I did not know that he also did Carpenter's "The Thing".

Two thumbs up. He wrote some amazing pieces of music.

steve
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on July 27, 2020, 09:53:38 AM
Peter Green Fleetwood Mac founding member died in his sleep at 73...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7eANGHVQS9Q

Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: dflee on July 27, 2020, 10:35:14 AM
Such a troubled life with such talent.
Iv'e always liked his style of playing.
RIP Peter Green
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on July 27, 2020, 10:44:01 AM
Such a troubled life with such talent.
Iv'e always liked his style of playing.
RIP Peter Green
Yep.  It is sad that the guitarists of the original Fleetwood Mac were plagued with issues:  Green - a schizophrenic ;  Danny Kirwan - an alcoholic ; Jeremy Spencer - a religious cultist.  So much talent that went to hell in a handbag.  Pity...
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on September 30, 2020, 11:19:51 PM
Rocco Prestia, the genius that anchored the bottom of the groove for Tower of Power, has passed.  Along with Dave Garibaldi, they defined power funk for years. 

ToP has always been on my playlist rotation.  If you can’t move with that groove you must be dead.

RIP, Rocco.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: steve on October 02, 2020, 11:38:47 AM
As you know Mr. Martin DeWulf had passed away in late March from a heart attack. He had type 1 diabetes.

I just found out from Mrs. Laura DeWulf, that their only son, Jason has passed away from a heart attack yesterday.
Jason was only 36 years old. He did not have any form of diabetes.

My heart just sinks. I ask for your prayers for Mrs. Laura DeWulf and sister.

Sincerely,

steve
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on October 02, 2020, 12:24:52 PM
As you know Mr. Martin DeWulf had passed away in late March from a heart attack. He had type 1 diabetes.

I just found out from Mrs. Laura DeWulf, that their only child, Jason has passed away from a heart attack yesterday.
Jason was only 36 years old. He did not have any form of diabetes.

My heart just sinks. I ask for your prayers for Mrs. Laura DeWulf.

Sincerely,

steve
How utterly sad.  😥
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on October 02, 2020, 03:11:35 PM
As you know Mr. Martin DeWulf had passed away in late March from a heart attack. He had type 1 diabetes.

I just found out from Mrs. Laura DeWulf, that their only son, Jason has passed away from a heart attack yesterday.
Jason was only 36 years old. He did not have any form of diabetes.

My heart just sinks. I ask for your prayers for Mrs. Laura DeWulf and sister.

Sincerely,

steve

How very sad and difficult for his wife.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on October 06, 2020, 02:17:47 PM
Eddie Van Halen  - RIP!  Thanks for the great music over the years and you great sense of humor.

Pete Thorn (aka Old Googly eyes):  "Wo I'm walking up Eddie's driverway to meet him for the first time and he walks down to meet me, takes one look and says: 'so, let's get this out of the way.  Which one do I look at? ' ".

Pete Thorn:https://www.facebook.com/guitarnerd/photos/old-googley-eyes-with-my-scala-underdog-at-viper-room-sunset-jam-every-monday-re/1221161591298007/

Killer player and teacher!  Totally unrelated  - if you guitar geeks aren't watching Pete Thorn and my friend Tim Pierce on youtube you are missing some great entertainment and information:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zi52VLZ5nV0
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on October 06, 2020, 10:13:11 PM
I just hope Eddie he made peace with Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony before he passed. Lots of rock star drama.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on October 06, 2020, 11:50:36 PM
I just hope Eddie he made peace with Sammy Hagar and Michael Anthony before he passed. Lots of rock star drama.
I hope so.  With fame comes ego and with ego comes separation and occasional anger.

I have a great Michael Anthony, the jerk story.  I’ll post it if anyone is interested...
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: TrueAudio on October 07, 2020, 08:56:28 AM
My Dad died 2 days ago, October 5, 2020.  He was 82 years old.  He was plagued by late stage Alzheimer's.

I was at his bedside and visited him every day during his last days.

I read the Word of God to him by his bedside, conveying to him the power of Jesus Christ, and that because my Dad prayed the sinners prayer asking Jesus to save him that my former pastor guided him through years ago, I reminded him that God cannot lie and will keep his promise, and he will be free of all disease, pain, and suffering forever, and will one day be given a new body, incorruptible.  Amen.

Dad, I miss you and will until the day I die.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: rollo on October 07, 2020, 10:37:04 AM
  Our prayers are wit you. May your Dad rest in eternal peace in Heaven.


charles & jo ann rollo
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on October 07, 2020, 11:13:54 AM
My Dad died 2 days ago, October 5, 2020.  He was 82 years old.  He was plagued by late stage Alzheimer's.

I was at his bedside and visited him every day during his last days.

I read the Word of God to him by his bedside, conveying to him the power of Jesus Christ, and that because my Dad prayed the sinners prayer asking Jesus to save him that my former pastor guided him through years ago, I reminded him that God cannot lie and will keep his promise, and he will be free of all disease, pain, and suffering forever, and will one day be given a new body, incorruptible.  Amen.

Dad, I miss you and will until the day I die.
Mark,

I am very sad at this news.  I knew about you caring for him, moving to where he lived.  Knowing the depth of your Faith I am heartened to see that you were able to minister to him in so many ways.  I'm sure your words and prayers were a comfort to him and your reassurance of God's Faithfulness is exactly what he needed to hear and know.

Our prayers are with you and yours in this difficult time.  Time will bring comfort.  O lost my Dad in 1990 and 30 years have flown by.  I think of The Oldster every day and when I do I smile because of who and what he was to me.  I love him now more than ever.  Peace will come, Brother.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: dflee on October 07, 2020, 05:30:17 PM
 Johnny Nash passed today.
Silky voice and first time I heard
Reggae.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on October 07, 2020, 06:56:52 PM
My Dad died 2 days ago, October 5, 2020.  He was 82 years old.  He was plagued by late stage Alzheimer's.

I was at his bedside and visited him every day during his last days.

I read the Word of God to him by his bedside, conveying to him the power of Jesus Christ, and that because my Dad prayed the sinners prayer asking Jesus to save him that my former pastor guided him through years ago, I reminded him that God cannot lie and will keep his promise, and he will be free of all disease, pain, and suffering forever, and will one day be given a new body, incorruptible.  Amen.

Dad, I miss you and will until the day I die.

I’m so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. I lost my dad when I was young, yet I think of him so often. Please know that, for me, your words also offer hope and comfort. You and your family are in my prayers.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on October 07, 2020, 10:15:22 PM
I am very sorry to hear this. My condolences.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on October 07, 2020, 10:25:24 PM
I have a great Michael Anthony, the jerk story.  I’ll post it if anyone is interested...

Please do.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on October 08, 2020, 02:48:41 PM
I have a great Michael Anthony, the jerk story.  I’ll post it if anyone is interested...

Please do.
So my guitar luthier and bassist friend Ian Bannerman was at NAMM and in the cafeteria.  Sitting at the next table were Tony Levin and Lee Sklar talking over lunch... just sharing stories about Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins gigs they had played.

Michael Anthony walks in with two goons (body guards?) and he motions at the table Tony and Lee are sitting at.  They walk over and tell Tony and Lee "you guys are sitting at Michael's table."  Tony and Lee look at each other, shake their heads, laugh and ask Ian if they can sit with him.  The three had a great talk.

Talking about Anthony in the same conversation with Tony Levin and Lee Sklar is laughable at best.  My opinion.  8)
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on October 08, 2020, 10:55:27 PM
OMG. What an overinflated sense of...Was this a recent NAMM or back when VH were "big"?  D-bags, every single Van Halen member from what I've read and heard!!!

Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on October 10, 2020, 10:50:15 AM
OMG. What an overinflated sense of...Was this a recent NAMM or back when VH were "big"?  D-bags, every single Van Halen member from what I've read and heard!!!
5 - 6 years ago when Anthony was playing with Chickenfoot.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on October 21, 2020, 09:31:34 PM
Spencer Davis has passed at age 81.

The Spencer Davis Group with vocalist multi instrumentalist Steve Winwood gave us a lot of great music in the late 60’s... yeah, I’m old.  👴🏼
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on December 17, 2020, 05:58:07 PM
Another great gone: Tim deParavicini at age 75.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on December 26, 2020, 11:51:30 AM
Four posts in a row

😕


The fat man with a Les Paul Junior - Leslie West : tone for days with his signature vibrato...

Damn.  Who is next?
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on December 26, 2020, 04:14:18 PM
A very depressing 2020. Can't wait for it to be over in so many ways.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on December 26, 2020, 04:38:11 PM
A very depressing 2020. Can't wait for it to be over in so many ways.
Yup.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: dflee on December 26, 2020, 05:50:02 PM
Just lost Tony Rice.
Incredible flat picker and Bluegrass legend. 69 years old.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on December 26, 2020, 08:10:08 PM
Just lost Tony Rice.
Incredible flat picker and Bluegrass legend. 69 years old.
Crap.

Back in the late 70s (or early 80s) I did the monitor mix for David Grisman, Tony Rice, Darol Anger and Rob Wasserman at the Paulo Soleri amphitheater.  They were great people to work with and very gracious.  Tony was funny, self effacing and kind.  They were very different from some of the prima donnas back then.  They were also pulling on some insane weed  :D

Great night under the stars with amazing music!
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on January 19, 2021, 08:31:06 PM
Now... Bruce Edgar... :(

https://www.itishifi.com/hifi/bruce-edgar-rip

Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: BobM on February 11, 2021, 02:37:12 PM
Wow. Another massive loss.

From his official FB page just now:

It is with great sadness we announce that on February 9th, Chick Corea passed away at the age of 79, from a rare form of cancer which was only discovered very recently.

Throughout his life and career, Chick relished in the freedom and the fun to be had in creating something new, and in playing the games that artists do.

He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather, and a great mentor and friend to so many. Through his body of work and the decades he spent touring the world, he touched and inspired the lives of millions.

Though he would be the first to say that his music said more than words ever could, he nevertheless had this message for all those he knew and loved, and for all those who loved him:
“I want to thank all of those along my journey who have helped keep the music fires burning bright. It is my hope that those who have an inkling to play, write, perform or otherwise, do so. If not for yourself then for the rest of us. It’s not only that the world needs more artists, it’s also just a lot of fun.

“And to my amazing musician friends who have been like family to me as long as I’ve known you: It has been a blessing and an honor learning from and playing with all of you. My mission has always been to bring the joy of creating anywhere I could, and to have done so with all the artists that I admire so dearly—this has been the richness of my life.”

Chick’s family will of course appreciate their privacy during this difficult time of loss.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on February 11, 2021, 04:56:39 PM
Wow. Another massive loss.

From his official FB page just now:

It is with great sadness we announce that on February 9th, Chick Corea passed away at the age of 79, from a rare form of cancer which was only discovered very recently.

Throughout his life and career, Chick relished in the freedom and the fun to be had in creating something new, and in playing the games that artists do.

He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather, and a great mentor and friend to so many. Through his body of work and the decades he spent touring the world, he touched and inspired the lives of millions.

Though he would be the first to say that his music said more than words ever could, he nevertheless had this message for all those he knew and loved, and for all those who loved him:
“I want to thank all of those along my journey who have helped keep the music fires burning bright. It is my hope that those who have an inkling to play, write, perform or otherwise, do so. If not for yourself then for the rest of us. It’s not only that the world needs more artists, it’s also just a lot of fun.

“And to my amazing musician friends who have been like family to me as long as I’ve known you: It has been a blessing and an honor learning from and playing with all of you. My mission has always been to bring the joy of creating anywhere I could, and to have done so with all the artists that I admire so dearly—this has been the richness of my life.”

Chick’s family will of course appreciate their privacy during this difficult time of loss.

Well that sucks.......
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on February 11, 2021, 07:35:39 PM
 :cry:

Return to Forever and The Elektric Band - two of my faves!

Sad...
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: BobM on February 12, 2021, 05:56:55 AM
Larry Flint (the publisher of Hustler) died too, if anyone cares.

Chick = an uplifting positive force in the world with great music to raise our spirits and challenge our intellect

Flint = a douchebag porn pusher
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: jimbones on February 12, 2021, 12:25:06 PM
Larry Flint (the publisher of Hustler) died too, if anyone cares.

Chick = an uplifting positive force in the world with great music to raise our spirits and challenge our intellect

Flint = a douchebag porn pusher

Well, Mr Flint was a uplifting positive force in other ways ;-)

Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on February 13, 2021, 10:15:31 PM
Wow. Another massive loss.

From his official FB page just now:

It is with great sadness we announce that on February 9th, Chick Corea passed away at the age of 79, from a rare form of cancer which was only discovered very recently.

Throughout his life and career, Chick relished in the freedom and the fun to be had in creating something new, and in playing the games that artists do.

He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather, and a great mentor and friend to so many. Through his body of work and the decades he spent touring the world, he touched and inspired the lives of millions.

Though he would be the first to say that his music said more than words ever could, he nevertheless had this message for all those he knew and loved, and for all those who loved him:
“I want to thank all of those along my journey who have helped keep the music fires burning bright. It is my hope that those who have an inkling to play, write, perform or otherwise, do so. If not for yourself then for the rest of us. It’s not only that the world needs more artists, it’s also just a lot of fun.

“And to my amazing musician friends who have been like family to me as long as I’ve known you: It has been a blessing and an honor learning from and playing with all of you. My mission has always been to bring the joy of creating anywhere I could, and to have done so with all the artists that I admire so dearly—this has been the richness of my life.”

Chick’s family will of course appreciate their privacy during this difficult time of loss.

Well that sucks.......

Yes, this really sucks. I should have watched more of him live. 2021 is starting to feel like 2020 v.2...
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on July 29, 2021, 06:15:53 AM
Now we have lost Dusty Hill, long time bassist for ZZ Top.

https://www.cnn.com/2021/07/28/entertainment/dusty-hill-zz-top-obit/index.html

I'm glad I got to the boys play at Jones beach a few summers ago.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on July 29, 2021, 06:18:40 AM
Unfortunately I think that it is about time for all of us to take another look at our concert bucket list and make an effort to seek out those shows while the artists are still on the road.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on July 29, 2021, 08:21:57 AM
Now we have lost Dusty Hill, long time bassist for ZZ Top.

https://www.cnn.com/2021/07/28/entertainment/dusty-hill-zz-top-obit/index.html

I'm glad I got to the boys play at Jones beach a few summers ago.

He was only 72…..
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on July 29, 2021, 09:28:52 AM
Now we have lost Dusty Hill, long time bassist for ZZ Top.

https://www.cnn.com/2021/07/28/entertainment/dusty-hill-zz-top-obit/index.html

I'm glad I got to the boys play at Jones beach a few summers ago.

He was only 72…..
Yeah, it sucks.  Dusty had his issues and personal demons over the years...
Title: Paul Cotton and Rusty Young
Post by: jimbones on August 02, 2021, 10:45:44 AM
Paul Cotton guitarist for Poco died last evening. In April the groups founder Rusty Young passed.  Poco was arguably the finest country rock band out there. Rusty began Poco after Buffalo Springfield disbanded. Paul cam to Poco after leaving Illinois Speed Press. Poco was considered the first true country rock band paving the way for groups like the Eagles, Pure Prarie League etc. Sadly they never achieved commercial success on the level of other bands. It was always said Poco was too rock for country and to country for rock. Paul and Rusty are now trading off riffs in heaven RIP Paul and Rusty.
Title: Re: Paul Cotton and Rusty Young
Post by: P.I. on August 02, 2021, 11:08:36 AM
Paul Cotton guitarist for Poco died last evening. In April the groups founder Rusty Young passed.  Poco was arguably the finest country rock band out there. Rusty began Poco after Buffalo Springfield disbanded. Paul cam to Poco after leaving Illinois Speed Press. Poco was considered the first true country rock band paving the way for groups like the Eagles, Pure Prarie League etc. Sadly they never achieved commercial success on the level of other bands. It was always said Poco was too rock for country and to country for rock. Paul and Rusty are now trading off riffs in heaven RIP Paul and Rusty.
Poco is one of my favorites of all time.  This is sad to see.  So many of us geezers are leaving this earthly coil...
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: James Edward on August 02, 2021, 12:40:07 PM
‘Good Feelin’ To Know’ album by Poco was a favorite of mine. It was in constant rotation in the house growing up. I never understood why it wasn’t more popular. RIP Paul.
I guess I’ll give it a listen later today.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: jimbones on August 12, 2021, 05:24:51 AM
This is almost becoming a daily routine. Yesterday we lost Mike Finnegan, Hammond B3 virtuoso. Mike played with Jimi Hendrix, Janis, Cher, CSNY, Dave Mason, Bonnie Raitt and many others. He was considered one of the most soulful modern day B3 players around. I was fortunate to see him many times as he toured with Dave Mason throughout the 70's. Take a listed to the live version of Goin Down Slow (Dave Mason Certified Live). RIP Mike
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on August 22, 2021, 09:53:41 AM
Don Everly passed yesterday at the age of 84.

As a young teenager I loved the song "Kathy's Clown".

RIP Don, you and Phil can hit those harmonies in thirds again.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on August 22, 2021, 10:34:35 AM
Don Everly passed yesterday at the age of 84.

As a young teenager I loved the song "Kathy's Clown".

RIP Don, you and Phil can hit those harmonies in thirds again.

I’ve enjoyed the Everly Brothers since I was a kid. Beautiful harmonies…good memories.
RIP ⛅️ 🙏
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on August 22, 2021, 01:57:29 PM
(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/e2/07/ec/e207ec72f4b43686aef008bb8991c0cc.jpg)



..... and the stage seems to be getting more and more crowded every time I turn around.  :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on August 22, 2021, 10:18:02 PM
They are of the hit, "Wake Up Little Susie", correct?

Not really my scene, but indeed very sad.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on August 22, 2021, 10:42:55 PM
They are of the hit, "Wake Up Little Susie", correct?

Not really my scene, but indeed very sad.

You are correct.

The song was ordered banned from Boston radio stations by the Catholic archbishop of Boston in 1957 (the power of the church in Boston was incredible back then). The lyrics were supposedly too suggestive.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: _Scotty_ on August 24, 2021, 10:10:14 AM
Charlie Watts,the Stones drummer died earlier today.
It seems that all of my favorite groups are losing members these days.
 =3o
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/rolling-stones-drummer-charlie-watts-dead-at-80?%3A55%20PM_08%2F24%2F2021&rid=24895058
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on August 24, 2021, 10:47:00 AM
Charlie Watts,the Stones drummer died earlier today.
It seems that all of my favorite groups are losing members these days.
 =3o
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/rolling-stones-drummer-charlie-watts-dead-at-80?%3A55%20PM_08%2F24%2F2021&rid=24895058
Mr. No Frills in the pocket.   😞
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on August 25, 2021, 09:06:01 PM
I just learned that Rick Craig of Selah Audio had a fatal heart attack.

I've known Rick for about 25 years.  We didn't always see eye to eye on audio, but he was always kind and a great guy to talk to.

I will miss him greatly 😓
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on August 25, 2021, 10:00:33 PM
I just learned that Rick Craig of Selah Audio had a fatal heart attack.

I've known Rick for about 25 years.  We didn't always see eye to eye on audio, but he was always kind and a great guy to talk to.

I will miss him greatly 😓

I only knew of Rick from AC. The seemingly rapid fire nature of deaths on our RIP thread has been a bit difficult to follow. It reminds me that it wasn’t seemingly that long ago when I met a young, vibrant  AJ Conti of Basis at CES and then he was gone from a heart attack.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: S Clark on August 26, 2021, 05:00:50 PM
Rick had his supporters and detractors, but one thing I know personally- the guy could sure put together a crossover.  Sorry for the loss to his family and friends. 
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: BobM on September 29, 2021, 02:05:20 PM
Dr. Lonnie Lieston Smith

https://www.npr.org/2021/09/28/1041372956/dr-lonnie-smith-master-of-the-hammond-organ-dies-at-79 (https://www.npr.org/2021/09/28/1041372956/dr-lonnie-smith-master-of-the-hammond-organ-dies-at-79)
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on September 29, 2021, 02:50:16 PM
Dr. Lonnie Lieston Smith

https://www.npr.org/2021/09/28/1041372956/dr-lonnie-smith-master-of-the-hammond-organ-dies-at-79 (https://www.npr.org/2021/09/28/1041372956/dr-lonnie-smith-master-of-the-hammond-organ-dies-at-79)
Masters of the B3:

Lonnie Smith
Jimmy Smith
Richard "Groove" Holmes
Billie Preston

All of them greats and all of them gone.  Somehow the synth emu;ations of those tone-wheel giants just ain't the same.!

Damn... 😞

Hang in there Booker, Al, Bill, Felix, Stevie, Rod, Gregg and all of you that still "get it"!
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: BobM on September 30, 2021, 06:45:24 PM
I recently played organ on this collaboration of a Ray Charles and Nora Jones tune. Billy Preston played on the original. big shoes to fill. I'm no Biilly P but I felt like I was channeling him when recording it.

https://www.bandlab.com/paris2crains/here-we-go-again-ray-charles-6d55ebcc?revId=5a78877a-751f-ec11-981f-a04a5e798978 (https://www.bandlab.com/paris2crains/here-we-go-again-ray-charles-6d55ebcc?revId=5a78877a-751f-ec11-981f-a04a5e798978)
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: steve on September 30, 2021, 09:03:09 PM
I owned Rick's Phast Jr. speakers for several years and enjoyed them greatly. He designed them so that some minor tweaking could be accomplished, which I greatly appreciated.

I have heard only good things about him.

One of the good guys in the industry.

steve
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on September 30, 2021, 09:49:37 PM
I recently played organ on this collaboration of a Ray Charles and Nora Jones tune. Billy Preston played on the original. big shoes to fill. I'm no Biilly P but I felt like I was channeling him when recording it.

https://www.bandlab.com/paris2crains/here-we-go-again-ray-charles-6d55ebcc?revId=5a78877a-751f-ec11-981f-a04a5e798978 (https://www.bandlab.com/paris2crains/here-we-go-again-ray-charles-6d55ebcc?revId=5a78877a-751f-ec11-981f-a04a5e798978)
:thumb:  Love it, Bob!
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on October 01, 2021, 07:02:34 PM
I recently played organ on this collaboration of a Ray Charles and Nora Jones tune. Billy Preston played on the original. big shoes to fill. I'm no Biilly P but I felt like I was channeling him when recording it.

https://www.bandlab.com/paris2crains/here-we-go-again-ray-charles-6d55ebcc?revId=5a78877a-751f-ec11-981f-a04a5e798978 (https://www.bandlab.com/paris2crains/here-we-go-again-ray-charles-6d55ebcc?revId=5a78877a-751f-ec11-981f-a04a5e798978)

I am just catching up on some older threads and really enjoyed listening to this. Very nice, Bob
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: James Edward on October 02, 2021, 05:28:39 AM
George Frayne, the main man in front of Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airmen, died on September 30, 2021.
They never had much popularity, but for some reason I really enjoyed them.

They were the first concert I ever went to- my older sister was going with three of her friends and I tagged along. I was around 12 or so; they were smoking pot on the way to the show at Farmingdale State College, and I just couldn’t believe I was there.

Three faves albums:

‘Lost In The Ozone’
‘Live From Deep In The Heart Of Texas’
‘We’ve Got A Live One Here!’
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on October 02, 2021, 09:44:27 AM
George Frayne, the main man in front of Commander Cody and His Lost Planet Airmen, died on September 30, 2021.
They never had much popularity, but for some reason I really enjoyed them.

They were the first concert I ever went to- my older sister was going with three of her friends and I tagged along. I was around 12 or so; they were smoking pot on the way to the show at Farmingdale State College, and I just couldn’t believe I was there.

Three faves albums:

‘Lost In The Ozone’
‘Live From Deep In The Heart Of Texas’
‘We’ve Got A Live One Here!’
I'm sure he's driving a hot rod Lincoln up there!
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: dflee on October 18, 2021, 02:32:26 PM
Just found out we lost Paddy Maloney of the Chieftens 10/12/21.
Saw them at Merlfest and found it to be quite refreshing. He performed on all 44 albums from the group.

Don
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: steve on October 24, 2021, 05:28:39 AM
A talent with a magnificient voice, Jay Black, from Jay and the Americans, has passed away. Cara Mia was one
of the very first records I purchased.

https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=Cara+mia+mi&view=detail&mid=5C67D2027C5C493B901A5C67D2027C5C493B901A&FORM=VIRE

What a story he tells at 62 and a performance.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9oFW6rmtUXY

steve
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on October 24, 2021, 10:31:19 AM
A talent with a magnificient voice, Jay Black, from Jay and the Americans, has passed away. Cara Mia was one
of the very first records I purchased.

https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=Cara+mia+mi&view=detail&mid=5C67D2027C5C493B901A5C67D2027C5C493B901A&FORM=VIRE

What a story he tells at 62 and a performance.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9oFW6rmtUXY

steve

A little more info on Jay Black…
https://www.republicworld.com/entertainment-news/hollywood-news/jay-black-former-frontman-of-rock-band-jay-and-the-americans-passes-away.html
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: James Edward on October 24, 2021, 05:14:10 PM
Bernard Haitink- Dutch conductor and violinist. Oct 21, 2021.
Not as famous as some others, but I’ve heard his name and work many times throughout the years.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: James Edward on January 02, 2022, 06:33:20 PM
Max Townshend. 12/31/21
https://positive-feedback.com/industry-news/the-passing-of-max-townshend-of-townshend-audio/
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on January 02, 2022, 07:12:01 PM
Max Townshend. 12/31/21
https://positive-feedback.com/industry-news/the-passing-of-max-townshend-of-townshend-audio/
Yep, we geezers are falling by the wayside... :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on January 06, 2022, 10:16:44 PM
J. D. Crowe of New South and overall bluegrass fame has passed away.

He inspired legions of banjo pickers with his incredible virtuosity...

J.D., Tony Rice and Ricky Skaggs - enjoy :thumb: :

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Py9ZPX-8CUE

Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: rpf on January 12, 2022, 05:01:00 PM
The great Ronnie Spector has passed away at 78:

https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/12/entertainment/ronnie-spector-the-ronettes-dies/index.html (https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/12/entertainment/ronnie-spector-the-ronettes-dies/index.html)
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on January 12, 2022, 05:46:39 PM
The great Ronnie Spector has passed away at 78:

https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/12/entertainment/ronnie-spector-the-ronettes-dies/index.html (https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/12/entertainment/ronnie-spector-the-ronettes-dies/index.html)
The Ronettes we're the soundtrack of my junior high school experience.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on January 13, 2022, 12:38:14 AM
The great Ronnie Spector has passed away at 78:

https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/12/entertainment/ronnie-spector-the-ronettes-dies/index.html (https://www.cnn.com/2022/01/12/entertainment/ronnie-spector-the-ronettes-dies/index.html)
The Ronettes we're the soundtrack of my junior high school experience.

Yes, I enjoyed her and the Ronettes. Was curious about Phil Spector and wasn’t aware he died January 2021.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on January 21, 2022, 08:29:48 AM
And now we have lost Meatloaf......

(https://www.spirit-of-metal.com/les%20goupes/M/Meat%20Loaf/pics/d6c9_3.jpg)

https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-60080934
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on January 21, 2022, 09:40:41 AM
And now we have lost Meatloaf......

(https://www.spirit-of-metal.com/les%20goupes/M/Meat%20Loaf/pics/d6c9_3.jpg)

https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-60080934
Bummer...
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on January 21, 2022, 10:31:55 AM
And now we have lost Meatloaf......

(https://www.spirit-of-metal.com/les%20goupes/M/Meat%20Loaf/pics/d6c9_3.jpg)

https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-60080934

I remember seeing him in the Rocky Horror Picture Show
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on January 21, 2022, 10:41:37 PM
And now we have lost Meatloaf......

(https://www.spirit-of-metal.com/les%20goupes/M/Meat%20Loaf/pics/d6c9_3.jpg)

https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-60080934

I remember seeing him in the Rocky Horror Picture Show
He was awesome in concert.  He always had a kick-ass band.  Another one bites the dust.  He was 5 months older than me.

Perspective.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on January 22, 2022, 10:54:27 AM
Not a rock star or recognized by many, but Howard Dumble passed away on the 18th.

His amplifiers gave guitar voices to everyone from David Lindley to Eric Johnson , Stevie Ray, Joe Bonamassa, Larry Carlton, Eric Clapton, Robben Ford, Jason Isbell and so many more.

Thank you , Howard.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on February 09, 2022, 07:00:51 PM
Jon Appleton and Betty Davis.

I am somewhat familiar with the Synclavier, but not its inventor.

https://mynorthwest.com/3342613/pioneer-in-electronic-and-electro-acoustic-music-dies/

And I am familiar with Miles Davis, but not his wife.

https://mynorthwest.com/3342996/betty-davis-hard-funk-pioneer-dead-at-77/
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: James Edward on March 18, 2022, 05:09:36 PM
Lloyd Walker- A legend in audio. I use his High Definition Links ( a zobel network of sorts I believe) on my speakers to great effect.
Made an amazing turntable too- a bit out of my price range.
https://positive-feedback.com/audio-discourse/lloyd-walker-of-walker-audio/
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: _Scotty_ on March 18, 2022, 07:58:41 PM
Another one gone. Lloyd's help was invaluable when I was first setting up my Maplenoll Ariadne TT.  Even though he was not the mgfr. of the table he knew everything about my turntable including tweaks and modifications to the design. He also took the time to explain all of the ins and outs of air bearing TTs. We had a number of very interesting conversations on the phone. It was hard to believe that he had the time to talk to a non-customer about
about a TT he didn't manufacture.
  We have lost a fine man and gold mine of very valuable information about TT design.
Scotty
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: James Edward on March 22, 2022, 02:02:26 PM
I was inquiring about some wires from Mapleshade, and was informed of the passing of Pierre Sprey. Another pioneer of sorts- I’ve used his speaker wires and his own produced cd’s sound amazing. Somehow his death slipped under the radar in my audio readings… August 4th, 2021
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pierre_Sprey
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on March 22, 2022, 09:59:10 PM
I was inquiring about some wires from Mapleshade, and was informed of the passing of Pierre Sprey. Another pioneer of sorts- I’ve used his speaker wires and his own produced cd’s sound amazing. Somehow his death slipped under the radar in my audio readings… August 4th, 2021
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pierre_Sprey
I had no idea.  Pierre had unconventional methods of doing things that often produced very good results.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on April 05, 2022, 05:48:38 PM
Bobby Rydell died today of pneumonia, just days shy of his 80th birthday.

(https://variety.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/AP620312017-e1649194815789.jpg?w=681&h=383&crop=1&resize=681%2C383)

https://variety.com/2022/music/obituari ... 235225834/
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on May 08, 2022, 08:38:01 PM
Bascom H King has passed away from pneumonia.

He was a true legend. 
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: HAL on May 09, 2022, 06:37:14 AM
Sad to hear that Bascom has passed.   He was a legend.  :(

He taught me how to measure speakers with MLSSA.  That was a fun project. 

Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Emil on May 09, 2022, 12:07:58 PM
https://www.av2day.com/2022/05/rip-vladimir-lamm-1945-2022/
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on May 09, 2022, 02:00:54 PM
https://www.av2day.com/2022/05/rip-vladimir-lamm-1945-2022/
These come in threes....   :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on May 09, 2022, 05:26:32 PM
https://www.av2day.com/2022/05/rip-vladimir-lamm-1945-2022/

I first heard about Vladimir Lamm around 1990 in California from the first hi end dealer I bought equipment from. Sorry to hear of his passing
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on May 09, 2022, 05:46:29 PM
https://www.av2day.com/2022/05/rip-vladimir-lamm-1945-2022/

I first heard about Vladimir Lamm around 1990 in California from the first hi end dealer I bought equipment from. Sorry to hear of his passing
We lost 2 great designer/innovators with these 2 .  Sad to see the OG passing and leaving us with some of the present fare that are all about the $$$ over solid, basic design work.  Audio jewelry is fine, but give me sonics over the pretty face.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on May 19, 2022, 02:22:57 PM
Vangelis, Oscar-Winning Composer of ‘Chariots of Fire’ and ‘Blade Runner,’ Dead at 79

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/vangelis-oscar-winning-composer-chariots-of-fire-blade-runner-dead-obit-1355854/
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: jimbones on May 26, 2022, 06:17:02 PM
Alan White drummer's Yes RIP
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on May 27, 2022, 09:32:58 PM
Andrew Fletcher, keyboardist and founding member of Depeche Mode at 60. Now, this was totally unexpected.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: tmazz on June 07, 2022, 04:26:32 PM
Jim Seals of Seals and Crofts fame has passed away age 80

https://variety.com/2022/music/obituaries-people-news/jim-seals-dead-seals-crofts-summer-breeze-soft-rock-1235286748/
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on July 18, 2022, 11:15:17 PM
Just learned of the passing of Lloyd Walker. Briefly dealt with him in the late 90s. A nice man

https://www.theabsolutesound.com/articles/in-memoriam-lloyd-walker
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: jimbones on July 23, 2022, 07:03:12 PM
RIP Dick Sequerra. Man a lot of legends are being lost.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on July 23, 2022, 07:46:37 PM
RIP Dick Sequerra. Man a lot of legends are being lost.
l did the Seguerra Radio Shack portable CD player mod, oh so many years ago!  The man was a renegade!  :thumb:
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: steve on August 06, 2022, 11:31:07 AM
Judith Durham, of the Seekers, has passed away. What a talent.

Sad

steve
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on August 06, 2022, 05:45:29 PM
Judith Durham, of the Seekers, has passed away. What a talent.

Sad

steve

The Seekers 1964 song “ i’ll never find another you“ comes to mind and is a favorite of mine 
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on August 08, 2022, 09:53:11 PM
Olivia Newton-John has lost her 30 year-long battle with metastasized breast cancer.  A beautiful person, lady, spirit and soul is gone.

Living with a cancer diagnosis is very, very hard and she exuded nothing but class and grace during her illness.
Live well in the place of our Lord! ❤️
Title: Re: The RIP Thread, Kal David
Post by: jimbones on August 17, 2022, 04:42:17 PM
Kal David, Illinois Speed Press. Played with Paul Cotton who later played with Poco (also deceased)
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: jimbones on August 23, 2022, 06:24:08 AM
 Chris Sommovigo of Black Cat Cables Suddenly presumably from a heart attack. This is getting depressing
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: James Edward on August 23, 2022, 06:22:11 PM
Wow- Chris was an innovator and I owned one of his digital cables- I sold it to a fellow club member thinking I’d never need it again… Mistake.
RIP Chris.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on August 26, 2022, 09:56:05 AM
Joey DeFrancesco, jazz organist in the Groove Holmes and Jimmy Smith mold, gone at 51...
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: steve on September 13, 2022, 02:39:05 PM
Ramsey Lewis just passed away at 87. Loved some of his music.

steve
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on September 24, 2022, 10:46:37 PM
John Hartman, drummer for the Doobies....

 :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on September 28, 2022, 10:23:05 PM
Coolio... 'yo, yo'!
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on October 04, 2022, 07:58:25 PM
Loretta 😔
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on October 04, 2022, 08:25:17 PM
Loretta 😔

Yes, just heard about it. A long, sometimes difficult and very interesting life
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on November 27, 2022, 02:34:01 PM
Wilko Johnson... 😔
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: James Edward on November 27, 2022, 02:49:53 PM
Wilko Johnson- I didn’t know the name/fame until you mentioned him here… He warrants further listening. Thanks.
Jim
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on November 27, 2022, 10:26:56 PM
 
Wilko Johnson- I didn’t know the name/fame until you mentioned him here… He warrants further listening. Thanks.
Jim
:thumb:
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on November 28, 2022, 08:03:27 AM
Irene Cara (of Flashdance) just passed. No word yet on the cause.

Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: HAL on November 28, 2022, 10:54:26 AM
Mike Clement, Tony Iommi's guitar tech and friend for 33 years.   R.I.P.  Mike, we are all going to miss you!  :(

Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: jimbones on November 30, 2022, 05:31:30 PM
Christine McVie Fleetwood Mac
David Muse Firefall

a sad day indeed
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on November 30, 2022, 10:27:23 PM
Christine McVie Fleetwood Mac
David Muse Firefall

a sad day indeed
Wow!  Icons.

She made lovin' fun!  Damn...
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on December 17, 2022, 03:59:04 PM
Kim Simmons...  he WAS Savoy Brown.

I'll lay odds that his headstone is shaped like a Flying V !
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Lonewolfny42 on December 17, 2022, 04:13:42 PM
Kim Simmons...  he WAS Savoy Brown.

I'll lay odds that his headstone is shaped like a Flying V !

When the Harlots first started, “I’m Tired” was one of the first songs we played…and expanded…
R.I.P. Kim Simmons.

 https://youtu.be/O2kbCYJcEa0
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on December 17, 2022, 04:17:10 PM
From the dance community…. Stephen “tWitch” Boss…death by suicide. He was on the dance show that my wife and I enjoyed watching… So You Think You Can Dance. He was a very talented dancer with an engaging personality. It’s pretty shocking as he seemed to be such a happy guy.

https://www.cnn.com/2022/12/15/entertainment/twitch-legacy-kindness-death/index.html
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Lonewolfny42 on December 17, 2022, 04:24:27 PM
Two weeks ago, Danny Kalb from the Blues Project passed away…always enjoyed their music.

https://youtu.be/hXh6P2QVVks
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: dflee on December 17, 2022, 06:03:54 PM
Also just lost a real Rascal: RIP Dino Danelli.
Good Lovin and so many other greats.

Don
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: S Clark on February 09, 2023, 09:32:34 AM
Burt Bacharach, 1928- 2023.  He could certainly write a catchy melody.   
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: S Clark on March 02, 2023, 11:54:17 AM
And now we've lost Wayne Shorter.  Wayne played with sooooo many greats... Horace Silver, Miles Davis, Art Blakey, everyone one else in Jazz.   Then folks like Joni Mitchell, Steely Dan, Rolling Stones, Carlos Santana. And so many albums with the Weather Report. 
Not likely to see such a wide ranging, quality talent for a long, long time.   
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: BobM on March 02, 2023, 12:35:05 PM
Wayne Shorter - today at 89 years old.

https://youtu.be/vLMrenP_nFc (https://youtu.be/vLMrenP_nFc)

Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on March 02, 2023, 07:40:32 PM
And now we've lost Wayne Shorter.  Wayne played with sooooo many greats... Horace Silver, Miles Davis, Art Blakey, everyone one else in Jazz.   Then folks like Joni Mitchell, Steely Dan, Rolling Stones, Carlos Santana. And so many albums with the Weather Report. 
Not likely to see such a wide ranging, quality talent for a long, long time.
I was playing Weather Report just a few days ago.  It was the iteration with Jaco.  Brilliant music.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on March 03, 2023, 02:25:39 PM
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Lindley_(musician)
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on March 03, 2023, 02:35:48 PM
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Lindley_(musician)
Ooooh.  Bummer!  A multi-instrumentalist for the ages.  Saw him live quite a few times.  His Roxy performance of Mercury Blues was and is, epic!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAbbgSKUZB4
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on March 06, 2023, 08:56:04 PM
Gary Rossington -

https://justthenews.com/nation/culture/original-lynyrd-skynyrd-guitarist-gary-rossington-dead-71

Damn. 😔  The last member of seminal southern rockers.  "Can you smell that smell?"
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on March 07, 2023, 04:49:57 AM
Gary Rossington -

https://justthenews.com/nation/culture/original-lynyrd-skynyrd-guitarist-gary-rossington-dead-71

Damn. 😔  The last member of seminal southern rockers.  "Can you smell that smell?"

According to the article he "cheated death" on two previous occasions. I read of his passing on the Torrent sites. If you would like some of their music I'm happy to share. This is what I've already listened to over the years. In all likelihood I have one or two more shows queued not listed here because I haven't listened to it yet. I always make it a point to play new (to me) music in honor so to speak of a dead musician. I shall do so today.

 Lynyrd Skynyrd, 11/24/1973, 17 min, L.A. Forum
Lynard Skynyrd, 2/7/1975, entire show, The Mosque
Lynyrd Skynyrd, 3/19/1975, 46 min, Chatanooga TN
Lynyrd Skynyrd, 11/7/1975, 18 min radio broadcast, Paris France
Lynyrd Skynyrd, 3/7/1976, entire show, Winterland
Lynyrd Skynyrd, 8/27/1976, entire show, Cape Cod Coliseum
Lynyrd Skynyrd, 2/4/1977, entire show, Manchester England
Lynyrd Skynyrd, 9/6/1988, entire show, The Ritz NY
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on March 07, 2023, 05:27:50 AM
Turns out I have the following Skynyrd that I haven't listened to. I shall do so today.

Lynyrd Skynyrd
The Spectrum, Philadelphia, PA
April 16, 1976

Source : Audience recording > unknown gen cassette (Maxell XLII) (courtesy of Wes Meyette archive)
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on March 07, 2023, 09:03:33 PM
 
Turns out I have the following Skynyrd that I haven't listened to. I shall do so today.

Lynyrd Skynyrd
The Spectrum, Philadelphia, PA
April 16, 1976

Source : Audience recording > unknown gen cassette (Maxell XLII) (courtesy of Wes Meyette archive)
:thumb:
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on March 17, 2023, 01:43:34 PM
Jim Gordon - drummer for Derek and the Dominoes, Bonnie & Delaney and many others.

He died in the California Medical Facility in Vacaville, the state Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.  He was schizophrenic and was incarcerated for murdering his mother during a psychotic break..  Great drummer. Tragic life.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Gordon_(musician)#Music_career
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on May 01, 2023, 07:48:32 PM
RIP Gordon Lightfoot  :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on May 01, 2023, 08:29:44 PM
RIP Gordon Lightfoot  :(

And Randy Bachman
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on May 01, 2023, 08:55:27 PM
RIP Gordon Lightfoot  :(

And Randy Bachman

Tim, not Randy, according to news reports anyway .

I'm familiar with BTO and Guess Who music, but not nearly as much as Grateful Dead. Besides the fact that I'm a phan of Gordon Lightfoot, and having seen him in concert once late in his career at the Beacon Theater, the Grateful Dead cover one, and only one Lightfoot song - Early Morning Rain. Phil Lesh is lead vocalist. Every Grateful Dead version of EMR is absolutely spectacular.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on May 02, 2023, 10:07:38 PM
RIP Gordon Lightfoot  :(

And Randy Bachman

Tim, not Randy, according to news reports anyway .

I'm familiar with BTO and Guess Who music, but not nearly as much as Grateful Dead. Besides the fact that I'm a phan of Gordon Lightfoot, and having seen him in concert once late in his career at the Beacon Theater, the Grateful Dead cover one, and only one Lightfoot song - Early Morning Rain. Phil Lesh is lead vocalist. Every Grateful Dead version of EMR is absolutely spectacular.

Whoops, my bad.  Acted on the "word" from another ... 😔
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on May 20, 2023, 03:35:44 PM
Wanting to acknowledge the recent passing of:

Gordon Lightfoot  May 1, 2023

Andrew Rourke (The Smiths) May 19 2023

RIP  :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on May 25, 2023, 01:37:23 PM
Simply the Best!  1939 - 2023
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on May 25, 2023, 01:49:21 PM
Simply the Best!  1939 - 2023

Tomorrow I'll be playing a spectacular Ike and Tina Turner show.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on May 25, 2023, 09:19:56 PM
Yes indeed. There is a local radio station where I live that plays nothing but oldies but goodies. For the last couple of weeks before her death, he was playing a lot of Ike and Tina. It was one particular cut where she sings and he speaks. Great song but I have no idea what the title is…
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: steve on May 26, 2023, 04:27:18 PM
Ed Ames has passed away. He sang some very romantic/thought provoking songs.
He was the one associated with the famous tomahawk throw on the Johnny Carson Show.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0L5QC9ZJkM8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u752L2hJg-c

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZjIq_Uf1HVM

Ed was a real gentleman.

steve
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on May 26, 2023, 11:27:39 PM
Ed Ames has passed away. He sang some very romantic/thought provoking songs.
He was the one associated with the famous tomahawk throw on the Johnny Carson Show.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0L5QC9ZJkM8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u752L2hJg-c

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZjIq_Uf1HVM

Ed was a real gentleman.

steve

I’ve seen that clip from the Carson show. Couldn’t have been scripted any better. I watched the Daniel Boone series when I was a kid. I really enjoyed his singing
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: S Clark on June 07, 2023, 05:24:14 PM
George Winston of Windham Hill fame has died at the early age of 73.  I've been a fan since the 80's. 
So easy to listen to...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sf0f4-i1bdo&list=PLECA715594ACE3EC6
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on June 07, 2023, 07:27:29 PM
George Winston of Windham Hill fame has died at the early age of 73.  I've been a fan since the 80's. 
So easy to listen to...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sf0f4-i1bdo&list=PLECA715594ACE3EC6

Indeed... 😞

Damned cancer!
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: BobM on June 08, 2023, 06:29:32 AM
Astrud Gilberto - the girl from Ipanema
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on June 08, 2023, 12:03:19 PM
Astrud Gilberto - the girl from Ipanema

It was also the first song she ever recorded
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on July 08, 2023, 11:26:31 PM
RIP Coco Lee. Suicide. Totally unexpected.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coco_Lee (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coco_Lee)

Hong Kong/American singer best known as the singer of "A Love Before Time" from the Ang Lee movie Crouching, Tiger Hidden Dragon and the voice and singer in the Mandarin version of the Disney film, Mulan.

Saw her live many years ago in a free mini concert. 
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on July 21, 2023, 06:03:15 AM
RIP Tony Bennett  :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: S Clark on July 21, 2023, 08:40:01 AM
Wow, what a singer.  I don't think I've ever heard a Tony Bennett song that wasn't just amazingly well done. 
I was a kid when Mom would put "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" on the Emerson console.  He was part of my musical education from the earliest days.  He won't be missed, because he's not gone...he's still on my turntable, singing great songs.   
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on July 21, 2023, 01:49:33 PM
Wow, what a singer.  I don't think I've ever heard a Tony Bennett song that wasn't just amazingly well done. 
I was a kid when Mom would put "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" on the Emerson console.  He was part of my musical education from the earliest days.  He won't be missed, because he's not gone...he's still on my turntable, singing great songs.

😔
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on July 21, 2023, 02:15:15 PM
I've just completed a download of my first and only TB show...2009-07-11 Circus Maximus Theater, source : schoeps mk-41...

I have it queued next for listening.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on July 26, 2023, 11:29:54 AM
RIP Sinéad O'Connor  :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on July 27, 2023, 06:15:22 PM
RIP Randy Meisner  :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on July 27, 2023, 07:27:55 PM
RIP Randy Meisner  :(
Great talent with the Eagles and Poco... 😔

He took it to the limit.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on August 09, 2023, 01:04:03 PM
Robbie Robertson, Leader of The Band, Dies at 80
https://variety.com/2023/music/news/robbie-robertson-dead-the-band-1235692172/
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on August 09, 2023, 04:21:25 PM
Robbie Robertson, Leader of The Band, Dies at 80
https://variety.com/2023/music/news/robbie-robertson-dead-the-band-1235692172/

😕
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on August 12, 2023, 05:21:16 PM
RIP Tom Jones  :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: James Edward on August 12, 2023, 05:47:45 PM
I think it’s a different Tom Jones- not the ‘It’s Not Unusual’ Tom Jones…
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on August 12, 2023, 06:12:14 PM
I think it’s a different Tom Jones- not the ‘It’s Not Unusual’ Tom Jones…

 Try to Remember the Kind of September....
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on August 12, 2023, 10:20:39 PM
...When life was slow and oh so mellow.

The Fantasticks!
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: steve on August 21, 2023, 07:25:13 AM
Ray Hildebrand, part of Paul and Paula singers has just passed away. The hit, Hey Paula, was a no. 1
multi million selling song back in 1963.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vOo-3XWxpo

steve
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on August 21, 2023, 12:17:36 PM
Ray Hildebrand, part of Paul and Paula singers has just passed away. The hit, Hey Paula, was a no. 1
multi million selling song back in 1963.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vOo-3XWxpo

steve

I remember that song and still hear it on occasion 🎶
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on August 26, 2023, 10:55:54 AM
Bernie Marsden - guitarist, song writer, singer and warm, kind human being.

Gayle and I had the opportunity to share a dinner table with him on a JB Blues Cruise.  A fine time of talking a little music and a lot of life.

The Madden/Coverdale "Here I Go Again" is a true classic as is the bark of The Beast Les Paul he wielded artfully.

  😕
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on August 26, 2023, 01:08:19 PM
Bernie Marsden - guitarist, song writer, singer and warm, kind human being.

Gayle and I had the opportunity to share a dinner table with him on a JB Blues Cruise.  A fine time of talking a little music and a lot of life.

The Madden/Coverdale "Here I Go Again" is a true classic as is the bark of The Beast Les Paul he wielded artfully.

  😕

https://variety.com/2023/music/news/bernie-marsden-dead-guitarist-whitesnake-here-i-go-again-1235704818/
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on August 31, 2023, 12:16:08 PM
Jack Sonni - 2nd guitar for Dire Straits
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on September 02, 2023, 04:13:52 AM
Jimmy Buffett

https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/02/entertainment/jimmy-buffett-death/index.html
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on September 02, 2023, 12:03:23 PM
Jimmy Buffett

https://www.cnn.com/2023/09/02/entertainment/jimmy-buffett-death/index.html

Thanks for posting. Sad news .....
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: BobM on September 05, 2023, 06:32:25 AM
Mr Dreamweaver - Gary Wright passed also
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on September 05, 2023, 06:44:39 AM
Mr Dreamweaver - Gary Wright passed also

Gary Wright was very talented indeed.  Sad to learn of his passing. :(
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: steve on September 19, 2023, 08:14:34 AM
I just read of Roger Whittaker's passing. His songs include: Durham Town, New World in the Morning,
The Last Farewell etc.

Liked his songs

steve
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on September 19, 2023, 09:32:52 AM
I just read of Roger Whittaker's passing. His songs include: Durham Town, New World in the Morning,
The Last Farewell etc.

Liked his songs

steve

Yes, I enjoyed his songs as well. He sang in a few languages including German. Was born in Kenya.

https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-66843162
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on September 19, 2023, 10:26:09 AM
I just read of Roger Whittaker's passing. His songs include: Durham Town, New World in the Morning,
The Last Farewell etc.

Liked his songs

steve

Yes, I enjoyed his songs as well. He sang in a few languages including German. Was born in Kenya.

https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-66843162

He had such a resonant unmistakeable voice.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on September 25, 2023, 09:19:58 PM
Terry Kirkman.

One of the lead vocalists, along with Jim Yester, of the Association.

Cherish was me and Gayle's song... oh, so many years ago.  We saw the Asociation when we were dating and i5 was that night that I knew Gayle was the one.

We live, we love, we find meaning and we are gone as a vapor...
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: steve on October 11, 2023, 08:24:01 PM
It is with deep sadness that I found out today that Patricia Janeckova has passed away at
25. I absolutely loved her singing, she was so dedicated and sung so beautifully.

https://bnn.network/arts/opera-world-mourns-as-renowned-singer-patricia-janeckova-passes-away-at-25/

One wonderful selection showing her immense talent at 17.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVUpKIFHqZk

A wonderful reaction by Elizabeth Zharoff to Patricia's immense talent, same selection.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3n2KaVlLNg

She will be sorely missed.

steve
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: BobM on October 18, 2023, 04:47:29 PM
RIP Carla Bley
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on October 18, 2023, 06:30:20 PM
RIP Carla Bley
Her trade mark hair-do was epic along with talent!
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on October 18, 2023, 07:14:53 PM
RIP Carla Bley
Her trade mark hair-do was epic along with talent!

https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainment/news/carla-bley-prolific-jazz-pianist-composer-dead-at-87/ar-AA1ioAq3
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on October 19, 2023, 05:08:58 AM
I have wonderful sounding recording of Carla Bley Band which I shall queue for listening this morning. If someone wants it let me know

Carla Bley Band
Bracknell Jazz Festival
South Hill Park Arts Centre
Bracknell
England

7th July 1984

Source: BBC Radio 3 FM
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: GDHAL on January 24, 2024, 05:50:28 PM
RIP, Melanie.   :(

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melanie_(singer)
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on January 24, 2024, 05:53:27 PM
Wow…only 76….
I used that same link Hal. It just didn’t poste properly….maybe a google search thing

https://variety.com/2024/music/obituaries-people-news/melanie-dead-brand-new-key-singer-woodstock-1235886892/
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on January 24, 2024, 06:46:21 PM
Wow…only 76….
I used that same link Hal. It just didn’t poste properly….maybe a google search thing

https://variety.com/2024/music/obituaries-people-news/melanie-dead-brand-new-key-singer-woodstock-1235886892/

I head a brand new key! :thumb:
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on January 24, 2024, 09:26:08 PM
Wow…only 76….
I used that same link Hal. It just didn’t poste properly….maybe a google search thing

https://variety.com/2024/music/obituaries-people-news/melanie-dead-brand-new-key-singer-woodstock-1235886892/

I head a brand new key! :thumb:

Thanks for that link. Have not heard the song Lay Down in decades…. And then there was Melanie’s distinct voice …
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on February 06, 2024, 09:39:57 AM
Toby Keith - a great American and talent.  He was 62.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on February 07, 2024, 08:53:23 PM
Kevin Carter

He was a principal on K&K Audio and a brilliant designer.

Sometimes people do not receive their accolades due. 😣

He is and greatly will be missed.  Godspeed. 🙏🏼
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on February 08, 2024, 08:37:36 AM
Kevin Carter

He was a principal on K&K Audio and a brilliant designer.

Sometimes people do not receive their accolades due. 😣

He is and greatly will be missed.  Godspeed. 🙏🏼

Had contact with him many years ago when I bought the VAC 90 mono amps. Was very pleasant to deal with
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: malloy on February 13, 2024, 06:19:33 PM
RIP to maestro Seiji Ozawa:  https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/seiji-ozawa-the-man-and-the-maestro/ar-BB1iccRG

An original.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on February 13, 2024, 07:20:39 PM
RIP to maestro Seiji Ozawa:  https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/seiji-ozawa-the-man-and-the-maestro/ar-BB1iccRG

An original.

What an interesting life and talented man. Thanks for posting, Paul
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: S Clark on February 13, 2024, 07:34:21 PM
Kevin Carter

He was a principal on K&K Audio and a brilliant designer.

Sometimes people do not receive their accolades due. 😣

He is and greatly will be missed.  Godspeed. 🙏🏼

I had not heard this.  I had the opportunity to buy one of his designs last year...
It's now in my smaller room system. It splits time with a Dodd amp and a Folsom amp. 

(https://img.usaudiomart.com/uploads/large/4288152-75199869-kampk-audio-new-dynaco-st-70-amp-kampk-audio-upgrade-mk-ii-circuitry.jpg)
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: Nick B on February 14, 2024, 01:04:37 PM
Kevin Carter

He was a principal on K&K Audio and a brilliant designer.

Sometimes people do not receive their accolades due. 😣

He is and greatly will be missed.  Godspeed. 🙏🏼

I had not heard this.  I had the opportunity to buy one of his designs last year...
It's now in my smaller room system. It splits time with a Dodd amp and a Folsom amp. 

(https://img.usaudiomart.com/uploads/large/4288152-75199869-kampk-audio-new-dynaco-st-70-amp-kampk-audio-upgrade-mk-ii-circuitry.jpg)

What tubes are those?
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: S Clark on February 14, 2024, 04:38:02 PM
Tung Sol  KT120
It should have a potential to output up to 120 wpc, but it coasts along putting out about 30.   Not sure why they made that choice.   Tubes should last longer than I do.   
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on February 14, 2024, 08:36:14 PM
Tung Sol  KT120
It should have a potential to output up to 120 wpc, but it coasts along putting out about 30.   Not sure why they made that choice.   Tubes should last longer than I do.
They are operating in their most linear manner.  It ain't always about power, it's often about finesse.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: mresseguie on February 15, 2024, 05:29:29 PM
Scott,

What is that central tower looking thing in the center? It appears <to me> to be some sort of radiator to dispel heat.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: S Clark on February 17, 2024, 05:06:54 PM
The power transformer?  All transformers on this unit are Lundahl. 
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: S Clark on February 17, 2024, 05:13:10 PM
I'm sad to report that one of the most respected audio techs, Bill Thalmann, passed away about a month ago.  This guy probably fixed and upgraded more Technic SP-10 II's and III's than anyone.   He was generous with his time on the phone, and had a mastery of classic old gear.  Two of my turntables bear his stamp.   Don't know anyone that knew more about direct drive turntables. 
Good techs are a rare breed and getting rarer.   
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: mresseguie on February 17, 2024, 05:17:30 PM
The power transformer?  All transformers on this unit are Lundahl.

It doesn't look like a transformer to me. I see three transformers across the back. The object I'm asking about sits directly in front of the rear center transformer. It is almost purple with a white (or silver?) horizontal bar at top.
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: S Clark on February 17, 2024, 07:58:04 PM
OK.  Yep those are heat sinks.  Beats me what they are doing exactly. 
Here is an article on the build of this very same amp.  Maybe it sheds light...
https://www.dagogo.com/the-kk-audio-st70-boards-part-3-of-3/

(https://www.dagogo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/KK-ST70-3.jpg)
Title: Re: The RIP Thread
Post by: P.I. on February 17, 2024, 09:21:00 PM
OK.  Yep those are heat sinks.  Beats me what they are doing exactly. 
Here is an article on the build of this very same amp.  Maybe it sheds light...
https://www.dagogo.com/the-kk-audio-st70-boards-part-3-of-3/

(https://www.dagogo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/KK-ST70-3.jpg)

They operate as chimneys.  What you can't see are the through holes in the circuit board underneath the heat sinks.   As things heat up, the differing thermal coefficients cause aluminum to heat quicker than the steel chassis.  Heat rises.  Heat differential convection will create a cooling flow through the chimney.

Thermodynamics.