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Dateline 11 August 2023:
I was deeply saddened that 2 of my favourite singer/songwriters - Robbie Robertson & Sixto Rodriguez - both with albums in my top 100 chart - had passed on the same day, 2 days ago - 9 August 2023.
Looking back at the year, I realised that so many amazing songwriters & musicians, who have made my life richer, have passed - and so I thought it would be appropriate to create a chart to recognise and thank them.
This will be a work in progress - beginning with Rodriguez & Robertson - my fear is that a chart of only 100 will not be enough to honour all of them.
Dateline 2 January 2024
2023 has now passed and I have 99 recording artists listed in this chart - I have listed them in order - corresponding to the degree to which I have been enriched by their creativity, songwriting and musical brilliance. May their legacy shine long.
- Chart updated: 01/06/2024 20:15
- (Created: 08/10/2023 23:39).
- Chart size: 99 albums.
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Keith Reid
b: 19 October 1946/d: 23 March 2023 - age 76
Keith will be best remembered as the non-playing co-founder (with Gary Brooker) of Procol Harum. Keith wrote the lyrics to every original Procol Harum song between 1967 - 2003 - i.e. the first eleven (of twelve) studio albums released by the band.
Keith can also be remembered as a co-writer (with Andy Qunta, Maggie Ryder & Chris Thompson - of Manfred Mann Earth Band fame) of the song 'You're The Voice' which became a 1987 international hit for Australian singer John Farnham. [First added to this chart: 09/04/2023]
b: 19 October 1946/d: 23 March 2023 - age 76
Keith will be best remembered as the non-playing co-founder (with Gary Brooker) of Procol Harum. Keith wrote the lyrics to every original Procol Harum song between 1967 - 2003 - i.e. the first eleven (of twelve) studio albums released by the band.
Keith can also be remembered as a co-writer (with Andy Qunta, Maggie Ryder & Chris Thompson - of Manfred Mann Earth Band fame) of the song 'You're The Voice' which became a 1987 international hit for Australian singer John Farnham. [First added to this chart: 09/04/2023]
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John Gosling
b: 6 February 1948/d: 4 August 2023 - age 75
John contributed keyboard, piano & vocal to The Kinks between 1970 - 78 - beginning with 'Lola Versus Powerman And The Moneygoround, Part One' and ending with 'Misfits'. [First added to this chart: 08/12/2023]
b: 6 February 1948/d: 4 August 2023 - age 75
John contributed keyboard, piano & vocal to The Kinks between 1970 - 78 - beginning with 'Lola Versus Powerman And The Moneygoround, Part One' and ending with 'Misfits'. [First added to this chart: 08/12/2023]
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1970
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Paul Harris
b: 12 December 1944/d: 24 October 2023 - age 78
Paul was a highly regarded keyboard & multi-instrumentalist - especially in the late 60's - mid 70's.
Paul's credits extend far & wide - as a band member of:
King Harvest - 1971 debut album
Stephen Stills & Manassas - studio albums in 1972 - 73
Souther-Hillman-Furey Band - studio albums in 1974-75.
Paul also provided keyboard & backing vocals to various major recording artists, including:
Eric Andersen - 1967; John Sebastian 1968; Judy Collins 1970; John Martyn 1970 (2 studio albums); Nick Drake 1970; Joe Walsh 1972. [First added to this chart: 12/12/2023]
b: 12 December 1944/d: 24 October 2023 - age 78
Paul was a highly regarded keyboard & multi-instrumentalist - especially in the late 60's - mid 70's.
Paul's credits extend far & wide - as a band member of:
King Harvest - 1971 debut album
Stephen Stills & Manassas - studio albums in 1972 - 73
Souther-Hillman-Furey Band - studio albums in 1974-75.
Paul also provided keyboard & backing vocals to various major recording artists, including:
Eric Andersen - 1967; John Sebastian 1968; Judy Collins 1970; John Martyn 1970 (2 studio albums); Nick Drake 1970; Joe Walsh 1972. [First added to this chart: 12/12/2023]
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1972
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452
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Jim Gordon
b: 14 July 1945/d: 13 March 2023 - age 77
Jim was a member of Derek & The Dominos - playing drums on their only official studio album 'Layla'. Jim also contributed to various other albums - All Things Must Pass; The Notorious Byrd Brothers; Mad Dogs & Englishmen; Pretzel Logic plus many more. [First added to this chart: 08/21/2023]
b: 14 July 1945/d: 13 March 2023 - age 77
Jim was a member of Derek & The Dominos - playing drums on their only official studio album 'Layla'. Jim also contributed to various other albums - All Things Must Pass; The Notorious Byrd Brothers; Mad Dogs & Englishmen; Pretzel Logic plus many more. [First added to this chart: 08/21/2023]
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1970
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Les Maguire
b: 27 December 1941/d: 25 November 2023 - age 81
Les was an original member and pianist for Gerry And The Pacemakers. He was involved in all of their 6 studio albums released between 1963 - 1967.
Sadly, Les was the last surviving member of Gerry And The Pacemakers - a band that had three consecutive UK no.1 hits with 'How Do You It?'; 'I Like It'; & 'You'll Never Walk Alone'. Another major hit for the band was 'Ferry Cross The Mersey'. [First added to this chart: 11/30/2023]
b: 27 December 1941/d: 25 November 2023 - age 81
Les was an original member and pianist for Gerry And The Pacemakers. He was involved in all of their 6 studio albums released between 1963 - 1967.
Sadly, Les was the last surviving member of Gerry And The Pacemakers - a band that had three consecutive UK no.1 hits with 'How Do You It?'; 'I Like It'; & 'You'll Never Walk Alone'. Another major hit for the band was 'Ferry Cross The Mersey'. [First added to this chart: 11/30/2023]
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B: 25 December 1957/d: 30 November 2023 - age 65
Shane is best remembered as a founding member, lead vocalist and songwriter for Irish band The Pogues. Shane fronted The Pogues between 1982 - 1991 and was involved in their first five studio albums, including the acclaimed 'If I Should Fall From The Grace Of God' & 'Rum, Sodomy & The Lash'
between 1992 - 2005, Shane fronted his own band 'Shane MacGowan And The Popes' - releasing 2 studio albums between 1994-97. [First added to this chart: 12/05/2023]
Shane is best remembered as a founding member, lead vocalist and songwriter for Irish band The Pogues. Shane fronted The Pogues between 1982 - 1991 and was involved in their first five studio albums, including the acclaimed 'If I Should Fall From The Grace Of God' & 'Rum, Sodomy & The Lash'
between 1992 - 2005, Shane fronted his own band 'Shane MacGowan And The Popes' - releasing 2 studio albums between 1994-97. [First added to this chart: 12/05/2023]
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B: 29 October 1944/d: 5 December 2023 - age 79
Denny is best remembered for forming 'Wings' with Paul & Linda McCartney in 1971. He remained with the band until its demise in 1981 - contributing guitar, vocals, keyboards & percussion. Significant albums released during this period included: Band On The Run, Red Rose Speedway, Venus & Mars, At The Speed Of Sound, London Town.
Prior to 'Wings', Denny was a member of The Moody Blues (1964 - 66: before they became really famous) and can be heard on lead vocals for their no.1 UK/no.10 US hit 'Go Now'.
Between 1973 - 2008, Denny released 12 solo studio albums. [First added to this chart: 12/11/2023]
Denny is best remembered for forming 'Wings' with Paul & Linda McCartney in 1971. He remained with the band until its demise in 1981 - contributing guitar, vocals, keyboards & percussion. Significant albums released during this period included: Band On The Run, Red Rose Speedway, Venus & Mars, At The Speed Of Sound, London Town.
Prior to 'Wings', Denny was a member of The Moody Blues (1964 - 66: before they became really famous) and can be heard on lead vocals for their no.1 UK/no.10 US hit 'Go Now'.
Between 1973 - 2008, Denny released 12 solo studio albums. [First added to this chart: 12/11/2023]
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1988
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Tim Bachman
b: 1 August 1951/d: 28 April 2023 - age 71
Tim joined brothers Randy & Robbie in Brave Belt in 1972. The band morphed into Bachman Turner Overdrive in 1973 and Tim was involved in the release of the band's first 2 albums - contributing rhythm guitar & backing & lead vocals. [First added to this chart: 08/17/2023]
b: 1 August 1951/d: 28 April 2023 - age 71
Tim joined brothers Randy & Robbie in Brave Belt in 1972. The band morphed into Bachman Turner Overdrive in 1973 and Tim was involved in the release of the band's first 2 albums - contributing rhythm guitar & backing & lead vocals. [First added to this chart: 08/17/2023]
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Floyd Sneed
b: 22 November 1942/d: 27 January 2023 - age 80.
Floyd was a Canadian drummer, best known for his work with 'Three Dog Night'. The band released 11 studio albums between 1968 - 1983 and are best remembered for remaking classic hits like 'Joy To The World'; 'Mama Told Me Not To Come' & 'Just An Old Fashioned Love Song'. [First added to this chart: 08/20/2023]
b: 22 November 1942/d: 27 January 2023 - age 80.
Floyd was a Canadian drummer, best known for his work with 'Three Dog Night'. The band released 11 studio albums between 1968 - 1983 and are best remembered for remaking classic hits like 'Joy To The World'; 'Mama Told Me Not To Come' & 'Just An Old Fashioned Love Song'. [First added to this chart: 08/20/2023]
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B: 17 February 1948/d: 30 April 2023 - age 75
Broderick was one of the foundation stones in the emerging 'Australiana' music scene - being a member of Carson (2 albums 1972/73) & The Dingoes (3 albums 1974/79 - including their iconic debut single 'Way Out West').
A singer/songwriter & harmonica player, Broderick embarked on a solo career and released nine studio albums between 1981 - 2018. [First added to this chart: 09/05/2023]
Broderick was one of the foundation stones in the emerging 'Australiana' music scene - being a member of Carson (2 albums 1972/73) & The Dingoes (3 albums 1974/79 - including their iconic debut single 'Way Out West').
A singer/songwriter & harmonica player, Broderick embarked on a solo career and released nine studio albums between 1981 - 2018. [First added to this chart: 09/05/2023]
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