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He is feeling completely dead.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3LAcP_v-j3I
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3LAcP_v-j3I
Levon Helm: A Tribute to His Legacy
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Discussion Overview
The thread discusses the legacy of Levon Helm, reflecting on his music and impact, as well as personal memories associated with his songs. Participants share their emotional responses and reminiscences, highlighting the significance of his contributions to music.
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Main Points Raised
- Some participants express deep emotional responses to Levon Helm's passing, indicating he will be missed.
- Several users share personal anecdotes tied to specific songs, illustrating how Helm's music evokes vivid memories from their past.
- One participant mentions hearing that an Elton John song was about Helm, although they express uncertainty about this claim.
- There is a discussion about the roles of backup musicians, with comparisons made between Levon Helm's contributions and those of other musicians like Don Henley.
- Participants reflect on the challenges of performing as part of a rhythm section while also singing, sharing their own experiences with stage fright and performance.
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Participants generally agree on the emotional impact of Levon Helm's music and his legacy, but there are varying personal interpretations and memories shared, indicating a lack of consensus on specific details or claims.
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Some statements rely on personal memories and subjective experiences, which may not be universally applicable or verifiable. The discussion includes references to songs and artists that may require additional context for those unfamiliar with the music industry.
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Readers interested in music history, particularly the contributions of Levon Helm and his collaborations with other artists, may find this discussion engaging.
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Levon will be missed.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQYj2ltJKe8
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Thank you Jimmy and Ivan for not making me find those videos.
Although I had not a clue who's name was associated with those two songs, I will never forget his voice, nor how those two songs made me feel, a long, long, time ago.
(I heard on the radio on the way, that Elton's song was about him.)
Don't know if this is some kind of wiki-joke:
Although I had not a clue who's name was associated with those two songs, I will never forget his voice, nor how those two songs made me feel, a long, long, time ago.
(I heard on the radio on the way, that Elton's song was about him.)
Don't know if this is some kind of wiki-joke:
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Jimmy Snyder said:
That brought back vivid memories.
Way back when I started college, I worked as a waitress at a dive place. I usually did the late shift, and we'd close about 10 or 11. I remember wiping all the tables down, vacuuming, etc. after closing, and the owner would *always* play this song on the juke box as he scrubbed the grill. He's sing along, loudly and badly
.So this song always makes me remember putting chairs up on tables, and being soooo tired.
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Good context. I'll always remember Levon for "The Night They Drove Ole' Dixie Down". Dylan was no dummy when it came to picking a Band.lisab said:Way back when I started college, I worked as a waitress at a dive place. I usually did the late shift, and we'd close about 10 or 11. I remember wiping all the tables down, vacuuming, etc. after closing, and the owner would *always* play this song on the juke box as he scrubbed the grill. He's sing along, loudly and badly
So this song always makes me remember putting chairs up on tables, and being soooo tired.
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Dylan's backup band became The Band. Linda Ronstadt's backup band became The Eagles. Sometimes the musicians making you sound good in the studio and on-stage get their "props". I should mention that Don Henley is a very talented drummer/singer/songwriter like Levon. I have the utmost respect for somebody that can pull that off. Playing bass and singing (Sting and Jack Bruce come to mind) is hard for me too. I can play rhythm/lead guitar and sing away just fine - but please don't put a mic in front of me when I am part of the rhythm section.
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See the man with the stagefright? This song just came up on my CD rotation. Luckily, I got over that in my teens or I would have starved in college.
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