And so am I. I think there are more of us out there than we realize. Its just sad that no one could save him from himself - a tragedy, a tragic accident. But he did have charisma. Infactuated with him.
Even more distinctly British than Kinks. That says a lot. Massively underappreciated. The style always matched the intensity of their sound. Their influence entered the creative minds of Noel Gallagher, Graham Coxon, Bernard Butler and countless others who themselves forged a new musical landscape in British rock.
Always enjoy hearing everyone involved speak about how the band formed, the tribulations. Steve's mum is interesting to listen to as well as the others. Talented boys grew up and very underrated.
After the fabulous Beatles, my second favourite band of that era.....just brilliant musicians, songwriters and self- producers. Great rhythm section of Lane and Jones, pianist and Hammond B3 player Ian McLagan and the showman supreme Steve Marriott on vocals and guitarists...always loved this ensemble.
