Monday, May 18, 2015

B.B. King

I was sorry to hear of the great Mr. King's death on May 14th.  Sometimes when I hear of someones death it seems too soon or I feel sorry but B.B. King was an amazing man who lived his life to the fullest and shared his love with everyone who listened.  He passed away at age 89 and had still been touring into his 80's.  I have been lucky enough to see him play in a few small venues.

I always liked his music but seeing him play live was amazing. He played with so much passion. In fact I was so inspired by him that he plays a part in my first MS. Now I have to decide if he stays in the book or if I take him out so the book is not dated.  I can't think of anyone else who would be as amazing and inspirational a musician with such a long career.

I couldn't let his passing go by without saying something.  Thank you B. B, for all the music and wonderful concerts.  Peace be with you.

9 comments:

  1. Where was I? I didn't hear about this! How sad.

    RIP B.B. King.

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  2. So sad, but like you said, he really did live a full life.

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  3. He'd really started to go downhill the last year or so. Sad.

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    1. Thanks for visiting Alex especially at the start of your Blood, Boobs and Carnage Blog fest.

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  4. A wonderful tribute to Mr. B.B. King!

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  5. It was sad. It was like the end of an era. He had such an amazing talent.

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  6. I love the rock-n-rollers of the 50s, like BB King, Chubby Checker, Elvis, Bill Haley and the Comets, and James Brown! So much energy and cheer in their music. BB will be sorely missed.

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  7. He was definitely a legend. We have a B.B. King's restaurant in downtown Nashville. I hear it's a great place for live music.

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    1. Having his restaurant be a great place for music seems very fitting.

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