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Jack Straw Inner circle Wichita 1020 Posts 
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I got criticized for being oh so politically incorrect for paying homage to Aretha Franklin and not using her last name, so I'll have to do the same and just say that Ed, one of three guitar players of one of the best rock bands in history and co-author of one of the greatest rock songs of all time, has passed away at the age of 68.
Actually, the band had many more than 3 guitarists throughout their career, but they used 3 at any one time, and he was an early member and helped create the 3 guitar attack that they became famous for. Even if I used his last name, that name does not bring the recognition of some of the other greats that have passed on in the last few years. R.I.P., Ed. PS- The title of this thread is a play on a song from a long time ago. Sorry if it offends you.
Jack Straw from Wichita, cut his buddy down
And dug for him a shallow grave, and laid his body down Half a mile from Tucson, by the morning light One man gone and another to go, my old buddy you're moving much too slow We can share the women, we can share the wine |
S2000magician Inner circle Yorba Linda, CA 3465 Posts
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Great guitarist, and great song.
RIP, Ed. |
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arthur stead Inner circle When I played soccer, I hit 1777 Posts
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In this instance, I believe a surname name is needed, because a totally different person (albeit also a rock guitarist) is more frequently thought of when identified by just his first name, Eddie.
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Sixten Inner circle Floral Park, NY, U.S.A. 4654 Posts
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May 'Fast' Eddie R.I.P.
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Jack Straw Inner circle Wichita 1020 Posts
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Hmmm, Arthur, I'm not sure who you mean.
Eddie Vedder from Pearl Jam? Eddie Money? Eddie Hazel from P-Funk? Eddie Ojeda from Twisted Sister? Eddie Rabbit? Oh, I think I know who you mean- Eddie Van Halen? I figured that anyone who really wanted to know who I was talking about would have to do a little work to find out, if they didn't already hear the news. And I know that he technically did not go by the name of "Eddie", but I was just playing around with the title of the old Curtis Mayfield song, Freddie's dead. However, I seemed to get slammed when I identified Aretha Franklin just by her first name, although, to me there is only ONE Aretha, and I did not intend to offend her or anyone else, so I had to use just his first name to show that I am an equal opportunity offender. But that's the world that we live in- every little thing seems to offend every little snowflake.
Jack Straw from Wichita, cut his buddy down
And dug for him a shallow grave, and laid his body down Half a mile from Tucson, by the morning light One man gone and another to go, my old buddy you're moving much too slow We can share the women, we can share the wine |
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Jack Straw Inner circle Wichita 1020 Posts
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So anyway, Ed King of Lynyrd Skynyrd has passed on to the other side.
Rest in Peace, Ed.
Jack Straw from Wichita, cut his buddy down
And dug for him a shallow grave, and laid his body down Half a mile from Tucson, by the morning light One man gone and another to go, my old buddy you're moving much too slow We can share the women, we can share the wine |
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arthur stead Inner circle When I played soccer, I hit 1777 Posts
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Lynyrd Skynyrd … Great band! One of my favorite songs was That Smell. I didn’t know all the individual members’ names, but may Eddie rest in peace.
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magicfish Inner circle 7016 Posts
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On Aug 23, 2018, Jack Straw wrote: It doesn't offend me, it just doesn't tell me who died so I can't participate unfortunately. Oh, and I'm pretty sure you're the only one who mentioned political correctness. Please cut and paste if I am mistaken. Thanks. |
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Jack Straw Inner circle Wichita 1020 Posts
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Well, Magicfish, you were the one who seemed to imply that I (and everyone else, of the few who posted in that thread, since no one else used her last name) was disrespecting Aretha Franklin by just calling her "Aretha" when I wasn't disrespecting her at all.
I'm actually surprised that at least 50 people did not post there. She was very a important soul singer, after all. But Aretha said it all, in my opinion. No last name was needed to know who I was talking about, especially since it was pretty much the number one story the day she died. Eddie's dead, of course, tells you nothing about who died, although it is a somewhat important death on the news. That's all. No more for me to say here.
Jack Straw from Wichita, cut his buddy down
And dug for him a shallow grave, and laid his body down Half a mile from Tucson, by the morning light One man gone and another to go, my old buddy you're moving much too slow We can share the women, we can share the wine |
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magicfish Inner circle 7016 Posts
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On Aug 23, 2018, Jack Straw wrote: Seriously? You say Eddie and were supposed to know who you're talking about? Why turn a memorial thread into a riddle? Just tell us who the heck you are talking about so we can be informed and possibly contribute. Anyway, it's your thread. |
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arthur stead Inner circle When I played soccer, I hit 1777 Posts
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On Aug 23, 2018, Jack Straw wrote: Yes, when it comes to first names, in terms of rock guitarists, for me there can be only one Eddie … and that’s Eddie van Halen. |
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arthur stead Inner circle When I played soccer, I hit 1777 Posts
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(Probably more so because I know him, and not the other gents you mentioned … except for Eddie Money, whom I met and shared the stage with … but he’s not really known as a rock guitarist).
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Jack Straw Inner circle Wichita 1020 Posts
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I was just kidding around, Arthur.
I knew who you meant.
Jack Straw from Wichita, cut his buddy down
And dug for him a shallow grave, and laid his body down Half a mile from Tucson, by the morning light One man gone and another to go, my old buddy you're moving much too slow We can share the women, we can share the wine |
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arthur stead Inner circle When I played soccer, I hit 1777 Posts
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I know that, Jack! I was just trying to dampen the tension over here …!
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Jonathan Townsend Eternal Order Ossining, NY 27300 Posts
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On Aug 23, 2018, Jack Straw wrote: For some reason I recalled a song from Superfly ... Relax. Maybe listen to some Ella. 
...to all the coins I've dropped here
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motown Inner circle Atlanta by way of Detroit 6136 Posts
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Quote: all you need to know is Aretha! Enough said.On Aug 23, 2018, Jack Straw wrote:
"If you ever write anything about me after I'm gone, I will come back and haunt you."
– Karl Germain |
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Dannydoyle Eternal Order 21245 Posts
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Read a biography of them for a story in perseverance. It is incredible how many labels turned them down.
Interestingly enough had the Bass player not left, being worried about becoming famous, King may never have been in the band, and maybe not had the sound. Once Wilkeson returned King played guitar. When The Who did their Quadophenia tour in the 2000's I had hoped Skynrd would open like in the 70's. Obviously this was before they broke out. THAT would have really been a night. I got to see them one time only live and was not disappointed.
Danny Doyle
<BR>Semper Occultus <BR>In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act....George Orwell |
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Jack Straw Inner circle Wichita 1020 Posts
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My girlfriend at the time loved Skynyrd and we had tickets to see them at Madison Square Garden in 1977 when the plane crash ended that portion of their career.
Jack Straw from Wichita, cut his buddy down
And dug for him a shallow grave, and laid his body down Half a mile from Tucson, by the morning light One man gone and another to go, my old buddy you're moving much too slow We can share the women, we can share the wine |
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