10-221 (9/8/23) -- Canadian Musical Loss

Outside the day was rainy with thunderstorms making it a perfect day to be indoors dealing with boxes and finding homes for stuff. During a break, I heard the news that Robbie Robertson had passed away at age 80. He was one of the early indigenous rock stars. This Canadian wrote many songs recorded by The Band and had been part of the backup bands for Ronnie Hawkins and Bob Dylan before that. If you haven't seen the documentaries "Once Were Brothers" or "The Last Waltz" (directed by Martin Scorsese), I recommend that you do. The history of the group and individual members is fascinating. Thankfully there are many recordings of his music that will keep him with us for years to come. 

I chose two songs but there are so many others that made the choice difficult. Keep safe. Enjoy! 

The Weight -- The Band

Up on Cripple Creek -- The Band