B.B. King has passed away.
I was lucky enough to see him a couple of times. Once in a large club, and once in a huge outdoor amphitheater. Both great shows. The selfless, gracious, and grateful King always showcased the other members of his band. It was almost like he was so happy to have gotten the chance to play his music for the people, that it was his duty to help other young musicians along and give them their chance.
He was 89. He was still playing over 200 shows a year well into his 70's.
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Lucille has gone silent
by Thumper » Fri May 15, 2015 11:29 am
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by Sigma_Orionis » Fri May 15, 2015 2:52 pm
Wow. B.B. King is gone, almost unthinkable.
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Re: Lucille has gone silent
by Thumper » Fri May 15, 2015 4:55 pm
The Thrill is Gone
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by squ1d » Sat May 16, 2015 5:10 pm
Like my nan who died recently, as long as i have been alive BB King was always old. . and a legend
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Re: Lucille has gone silent
by Thumper » Mon May 18, 2015 11:39 am
I'm sorry Squid. But I do agree with you. Some great shows honoring him over the weekend. Good interviews, great tributes.
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Re: Lucille has gone silent
by Parrothead » Sat Jun 13, 2015 6:58 pm
One of the "Three Kings" of Blues. He'll be missed. RIP.
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