Day 7 - 94 -- Musical Losses

The music industry has taken a few hits recently with the deaths of several artists. Kenny Rogers passed a week ago. I remember him early in his career with the First Edition, long before his successful solo career. Today we received news of the passing of Bill Withers, singer-songwriter-musician. Many recognizable songs were written and recorded by him, such as Ain't no Sunshine, a favourite of mine. Two days ago, Adam Schlesinger died, at 53 -- the youngest of this trio. He can be described as a singer, songwriter, musician, and producer. He was founder of three bands, including Fountains of Wayne. His death has been attributed to complications of COVID-19 and occurred in a hospital in New York state.

I hemmed and hawed choosing songs today. In the end, I went with two that also fit the global propensity to stay home to flatten the curve. The first was one of bill Withers hits. To me, the lyrics stress the community actions to support each other while being separated. The second song was written by Schlesinger and appeared on an album he produced for the Monkees -- Good Times! It has a '60s pop vibe. Again, it is a song that I can sing around the house these days <smile>. Stay safe. Enjoy!

Lean on Me -- Bill Withers

Our Own World -- The Monkees