Two Rolling Stones’ sidemen have passed away this week within a day of one another.  And, they were two of the greatest rock and roll sidemen ever. Before there was Clarence Clemons, there was Bobby Keys.  I know that there are other great rock saxophone players, but these two—well, they are a force of nature.  … Continue reading Two of Rock’s Greatest Sidemen Pass Away →

Ian McLagan, known best as the keyboardist for British rock bands Small Faces and Faces, died Wednesday afternoon. He was 69 years old. McLagan died in hospital in Austin, TX at 2:39 pm CST Decmeber 3rd after suffering a stroke the previous day. “We’re all a little shocked and quite stunned,” said Jon Notarthomas, bass … Continue reading Ian McLagan Dies at Age 69 →