Bill Withers Was As Understated On Stage As In Life
On the list of performers I wish I had seen in concert, the late Bill Withers is near the top. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer passed away from…
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Mike Coppola/Getty ImagesOn the list of performers I wish I had seen in concert, the late Bill Withers is near the top. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer passed away from heart complications on Friday (4/2/2020) at the age of 81.
Bill Withers' recordings are timeless, and his live performances, especially in the 1970s, were beautifully understated. That's how he lived his life, preferring family over fame.
When Withers and his very cool band were in front of an audience, they made it look so effortless. Here are few of my favorites clips, beginning with a song we all need to hear during this trying time:
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