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Kenny Rankin, 1940-2009.
Posted by Jack Bog | June 12, 2009 5:27 PM
Thanks, Jack - I didn't realize he had just passed away. I loved his version of "Blackbird," and apparently so did Sir Paul.
Posted by umpire | June 12, 2009 5:59 PM
They don't make 'em like that any more. What a guy!
Posted by bobnomo | June 12, 2009 8:55 PM
Thanks, Jack. Exquisite tribute.
Inspired me to look around a little more. Found this nice youtube piece, which includes a recent private interview and an impromptu a cappella performance of the first song he wrote (with his first wife), a lullaby for his first child --
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XGrXORoObgo
Liner note:
Kenny Rankin, who was one my my best friends passed away on Sunday June 7, 2009. We in Indonesia, his Fans, Java Jazz Festival and I personally mourn the passing away of this Legend. Tears were in my eyes, when I spoke to Kenny last, around 3 (three) weeks ago. I am lucky to have recorded Kenny in a private event, a Video that was never released. Here is "Black Bird:" Kenny we in Indonesia will always remember you, the good times we had together and the support you have given us in Indonesia. sadly , Peter Gontha - Family and Friends,
pls also watch Round Midnight: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQcV9DV8KNE
AP had a fine obituary.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/ca_obit_rankin
Posted by Mojo | June 12, 2009 11:38 PM