The Rondelle55 Chronicles

Monday 30 September 2013

Tribute Mondays; Richie Havens

Richard Pierce "Richie" Havens (January 21, 1941 – April 22, 2013) 


  Richie Havens is remembered for his 3 Hours long opening performance at Woodstock and his unusual guitar playing style; he is also a folk music legend. Thanks for your contribution Mr. Havens, you are appreciated; please take a listen here and have an exciting Monday: Here comes the sun , Handsome Johnny , Just like a Woman , Follow , No opportunity necessary , Rocky Raccoon and Freedom

  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richie_Havens 
Background information
Birth nameRichard Pierce Havens
BornJanuary 21, 1941
Brooklyn, New York,
United States
DiedApril 22, 2013 (aged 72)
Jersey City, New Jersey,
United States
GenresFolk rockfunk
OccupationsMusiciansongwriteractivist
InstrumentsVocalsguitarsitar
Years active1965–2013
LabelsVerve ForecastUniversalMGM,A&MPolyGramSolarEpic,SMERykodiscRhino

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