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Bill Staines....
could use some positive vibes.
One of the great songwriters of our generation, and a true troubadour/road warrior. From his Facebook page: Hi folks, This is very hard to write, but here’s the deal. As of the beginning of December, because of circumstances beyond my control, I have decided to retire from performing and traveling. I will be canceling all of my performances going forward. A few weeks back, after a battery of tests, it was determined that the prostate cancer, that I’ve had for many years, has turned aggressive and spread to a number of places in my body. As a result, my energy and stamina have waned to the point where I just cannot physically do a concert. It has been a great run. I’m proud of having been a musician for 57 years. As for the friends I’ve made on the road, I love you all. As for my dedicated fans, thank you, thank you. Most of all to my wife Karen, my son Bowen, his wife Andrea, and the rest of my family who have loved and supported me through all these years, I love you. This old horse is tired. It’s time to ride on.
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Enjoyed seeing Bill many times over the years all the way back to the late sixties at the Sword in the Stone coffeehouse in Boston. Always great times, great performances and a great gentleman.
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No question....I probably saw him 10 times in the 80's and early 90's. His performances were a bit like Tom Paxton where the crowd knew all the words and the harmonies were great.
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Thanks for posting this.
My good buddy frequently puts “Old Penn” in his set. Great respect for a talented and prolific writer. I’m sure Bill has put some memories in his traveling bag and miles on his shoes. |
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For those with no clue who this is being discussed: https://www.acousticmusic.com/staines/
It's always nice to have a little background when talking about someone. |
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Quote:
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Crap. Great writer.
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One of my favorites since the early 80’s, Minneapolis. My car has a cassette and CD player. I keep a cassette of his in the vehicle at all times. Whistle of the Jay. Was playing it just last week. Why a great guy.
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So sorry to hear. For many years Bill had been making an annual autumn stop at our little folk club's coffeehouse. I can't say I know him but I've sure enjoyed listening, visiting and jamming with him over the years.
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Yes, sad to hear. Wish him the best given the circumstances.
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So sad to hear that. I have 10 of his cds. I discovered him at a show he did in Denver--a small church on 6th Ave. But probably learned of him through Swallow Hill (familiar to any Denver musicians). This was in the 80's.
He truly has had a long and delightful musical career. I wish the pathway to leaving this planet were smoother, easier. I wish him well, with lots of family love and all the joy this life has to offer.
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Oh, how do we carry on with this impending loss?
Well, we must indeed find a way to carry on...with heavy hearts. We can rejoice and celebrate in having experienced the man and his music, for sure.
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Sad. I last saw him 2 or so years ago and he had physically failed quite a bit since the time before (many years prior). The music was fine though. Note that he did not say he was going to stop writing.
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Received word from one of his close friends that Bill passed away this morning.
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Bill Staines was one of the writers and mentors supporting the music of Nanci Griffith. She honored him many times in her performances.
Life will be less fun without Bill Staines in it. |