12/14/2011
by Chip Taylor
I just found out that my old friend Joe Gracey passed away. I was so sad to hear the news. Joe was one of those guys that was a mirror for the best parts of yourself. There are very few people like that. I only saw Joe Read Full Article
Posted in 1970s, Bass Players, Producers, Unsung Hero / Tagged Kimmie Rhodes
07/21/2011
by Chip Taylor
[Jerry died a few days ago and what follows is what Chip Taylor remembers about working with Jerry during the 60s. At the end we'll discuss some of Jerry's other indelible work.]
I was so saddened to hear of Jerry’s passing. Here are a few recollections.
Although I didn’t see him often, I loved just being with Jerry. Read Full Article
Posted in 1960s, Producers, Songwriters / Tagged Howard Tate, Irma Thomas, Janis Joplin, Lorraine Ellison
06/10/2011
[Sometimes Joes aren't musicians but the people behind the scenes who turn their passion for music into something we can all enjoy. Steve Popovich, a music executive and fan, was a Rock and Roll Joe.]
by Chip Taylor
Just heard the sad news that my friend Steve Popovich passed away. I treasured his friendship so much. He was one of those guys that brought me up every time I saw him. He saw right through bullshit and loved passionate music. Read Full Article
Posted in 1970s, Producers / Tagged Ian Hunter, Meat Loaf
