Chef Jim Posted April 22, 2013 Posted April 22, 2013 Another Woodstock alum kicks it. And also another great performance.
ChevyVanMiller Posted April 22, 2013 Posted April 22, 2013 Loved Richie, especially his version of Dylan's "Just Like a Woman." Rest in Peace.
Just Jack Posted April 23, 2013 Posted April 23, 2013 I like the story behind his performance there, that he was the only one available, because others were stuck in traffic, so someone found him a guitar and he went out. After singing a few songs, he tried to leave the stage, but there still wasn't anyone else able to go on, so organizers asked him to keep playing. http://woodstock.wikia.com/wiki/Richie_Havens
Chef Jim Posted April 23, 2013 Author Posted April 23, 2013 I like the story behind his performance there, that he was the only one available, because others were stuck in traffic, so someone found him a guitar and he went out. After singing a few songs, he tried to leave the stage, but there still wasn't anyone else able to go on, so organizers asked him to keep playing. http://woodstock.wik...i/Richie_Havens From what I've heard he improvised Freedom (Motherless Child) from a spiritual or gospel song he knew.
Helpmenow Posted April 23, 2013 Posted April 23, 2013 When i think of woodstock i think of him and jimi.
Pete Posted April 24, 2013 Posted April 24, 2013 I have heard many stories from friends meeting Richie first hand, and being blown away by his kindness. RIP Richie.
Gugny Posted April 24, 2013 Posted April 24, 2013 RIP. By far, one of my favorite Woodstock performances.
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