“Rainy day people all know there’s no sorrow they can’t rise above.” - Gordon Lightfoot
Heartbroken to learn of the loss of a Canadian legend, Gordon Lightfoot. Sending love and comfort to his loved ones during this tough time. Rest in peace, Gordon. 🕊
📸MICHAEL OCHS ARCHIVE
Robbie Robertson's impact is immeasurable. The New York Times highlights his 16 most impactful songs, capturing his blues, country, and rock roots. We'll miss you, Robbie.
My dear friend and old partner in sound, Garth 'Honey Boy' Hudson, celebrates another trip around the sun today. Born in 1937, Garth's keys and accordion were the magical touch to The Band's music. A very Happy Birthday, Garth! 🎹🎂
As a member of his mother's Mohawk community, the late composer Robbie Robertson spent much of his childhood on the Six Nations Reserve.
His final soundtrack for
#KillersoftheFlowerMoon
is an authentic sonic accompaniment to the film.
"I play purely from the heart, y'know, and so if it doesn't work the first couple of hours, forget it." - Jeff Beck
Thank you for always playing from the heart, Jeff. Rest in peace.
📸 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame | 1992
At the age of nine I told my mother that I wanted to be a storyteller when I grew up. She smiled and said, “I think you will.” Happy
#MothersDay
💐 Thank you for believing in me.
"All the world is birthday cake, so take a piece, but not too much." - George Harrison
On what would have been George Harrison's birthday, we remember and celebrate his life, legacy, and music. Happy Birthday, George.
"Songs don't wear out. Good songs are good now. If they were a comfort during those hard times in the past, they'll be a comfort in today's age." - Levon Helm
Remembering Levon Helm on his birthday. Rest in peace. 🕊
📸
@ElliottLandy
Can you believe it's been 48 years? Today marks the anniversary of "The Basement Tapes", a musical adventure I was blessed to embark upon with the great
@bobdylan
and
@TheBandOfficial
.
"I think that there's always great music being made. Always has been, always will be." - Robbie Robertson.
Reflecting on Robbie and the touching words shared by those who cherished him. 🎶❤️
55 years ago, 'Music From Big Pink' was released. The enduring affection it continues to receive is a reminder that time flies, but the melody stays timeless.
@TheBandOfficial
#BigPink55
🎸 As we remember the incredible Robbie Robertson, we celebrate The Band's 1972 release of "Rock of Ages". Enjoy the timeless "The W.S. Walcott Medicine Show" performed live at the Academy of Music. Robbie's legacy lives on. 🎶
On this day in 1987, Robbie Robertson released his self-titled debut album. A fusion of rock & soul, it was graced by legends from The Band, U2, & Peter Gabriel. Garnering the Album & Producer of the Year at the 1989 Juno Awards. Which track from the album is your favorite? 🎸
Remembering a true comedic legend, John Belushi, who passed away on this day in 1982. I don’t think John knew how to turn off his wit, quickness, his impersonations—it was truly mind-boggling. Rest in peace.
"You can just spot a musician who’s got the goods. You can sense it in an almost tribal way. Rick Danko had it." - Robbie Robertson.
Today, we remember Rick Danko, the heart and soul behind the bass and vocals for The Band.
📸 Elliott Landy
“Robbie Robertson was one of my closest friends, a constant in my life and my work.” - Martin Scorsese
Celebrating Robbie Robertson's Oscar nomination for his score in Martin Scorsese's
#KillersOfTheFlowerMoon
. We miss you, Robbie. 🎶🎥
📸 George Pimentel
"No one's better than me. I'm not better than anyone. Whether it's Eric Clapton or BB King we look straight at each other. And that keeps it real." - Carlos Santana
Here's to the phenomenal guitar legend, Carlos Santana! Happy Birthday! 🎂
Performing "Don't Do It" LIVE at the Academy of Music in 1971 with the boys.
#RockOfAges50
#ROA50
@thelastwaltz78
Watch the full video: ▶️
Stream ROCK OF AGES: ▶️
At last night's
#Oscars
, we celebrated Robbie Robertson's nomination for his work on Martin Scorsese's 'Killers of the Flower Moon'. Although Robbie's presence was missed, his impact was felt. Congrats to Ludwig Göransson for 'Oppenheimer' – a well-deserved win!
📸 Sacha Lecca
"There's a basic rule which runs through all kinds of music, kind of an unwritten rule. I don't know what it is. But I've got it." -
@ronniewood
Wishing a very Happy Birthday to this extraordinary talent and wonderful human being, Ronnie Wood.
Ronnie Hawkins was a great artist, a tremendous performer and bandleader, but had a style of humor unequaled. Fall down funny and completely unique. God only made one of those. And he will live in our hearts forever. Remembering "The Hawk" on his birthday.
(Thread)
1• When Bob Dylan typed out the words to "Tears of Rage," he handed it to Richard Manuel and said, "See if you can do something with this." Richard nailed the perfect melody and chords to go with those heart-wrenching lyrics.
Join us in commemorating the indelible legacy of Robbie Robertson on Faction Talk, channel 103, TODAY at 4 PM East, 1 PM West. Voice your cherished memories 📞 844-686-5863. Can't catch it live? Listen on demand on the SiriusXM app, search: Lefsetz.
#TributeToRobbie
🎸
I was introduced to serious storytelling at a young age, on the Six Nations Indian Reserve. The oral history, the legends, the fables, and the great holy mystery of life. My mother, who was Mohawk and Cayuga, was born and raised there.
The Band appeared on our cover 50 years ago today. Look back at the feature in which they discuss getting started, meeting Bob Dylan and 'Music From Big Pink'
On this day in 1976, The Band's farewell concert
#TheLastWaltz
lit up the Winterland Ballroom. With its star-studded lineup and Scorsese's magic touch, it remains an eternal beacon in music history. 🎶 What's your favorite moment from this
#Thanksgiving
musical masterpiece?
When Richard sang, you melted away. Remembering Richard Manuel on his birthday. Rest In Peace, friend. No one could sing 'em like you.
'Georgia on My Mind' from
#SNL
in 1976
"I've been really fortunate that I've been at a lot of critical crossroads in my musical journey. When I look back, there are some pretty interesting things to look at." - Robbie Robertson
Remembering a legend on his birthday. We miss you, Robbie. 🕊
📸 Don Dixon
"Joni’s songs might have been the most challenging of the night, with their syncopation and chord structures that kept you on your toes, but we sailed through that one like a cool breeze." - Robbie Robertson
#TheLastWaltz
Happy Birthday, Joni Mitchell.
📸 Steve Gladstone
"A good band is like a team. You want to have the right balance. It's not always the best people you need, but the right ones for the job." - Ronnie Hawkins
A year has passed since we said goodbye to Ronnie Hawkins. May you rest in peace, Hawk.
Tomorrow marks the anniversary of
#TheBand
being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Here's a little clip of me thanking Albert Grossman for deciding to go with
#Woodstock
.
Stream music from The Band: ▶️
On Bob Dylan's birthday, we remember Robbie Robertson's words: 'Bob Dylan is as influential as any artist that there has been.'
Bob and Robbie at Forest Hills in 1965 📸 Daniel Kramer
#OnThisDay
, we commemorate the release of The Band's 1969 self-titled album. This masterpiece proudly holds the No. 45 spot on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 greatest albums. As we welcome the early embrace of fall, let "King Harvest (Has Surely Come)" serenade you. 🎶
Happy birthday to a true friend and musical icon,
@NeilDiamond
! It was an honor to share the stage with him on
#TheLastWaltz
and a privilege to produce his record "Beautiful Noise". Cheers to many more years of music-making.
Remembering John Lennon today, who passed in 1980. Robbie Robertson said, "Some people think John Lennon’s dream about love and togetherness went up in flames. I think that’s wrong. It’s everlasting."
📸Tony Barnard
#OnThisDay
in 1969, The Band electrified Woodstock, leaving a lasting legacy that still resonates. As we reminisce about that moment, we also pause to remember Robbie and his enduring contribution to music. 🎶🎸
"I wanted to definitely be a musician or a good preacher or a heck of a baseball player. I couldn't play ball too good - I hurt my finger, and I stopped that. I couldn't preach, and well, all I had left was getting into the music thing." - Muddy Waters
Each of the guys had a jubilant smile on his face like we were reliving the bad old days all over again. Music should be fun, and by the look on Bob’s face and the faces of everyone in the entire place, we were having nothing but fun.
Happy Birthday,
@bobdylan
.
Today we remember Allen Toussaint on his birthday. It was a privilege to induct him into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame back in 1998. His music and influence will never be forgotten. Happy Birthday, Allen.
📸 Kevin Mazur
#OnThisDay
in 1970, The Band unveiled "Stage Fright". As we celebrate this iconic album, we also remember Robbie's contributions and the collective genius of the group. A true testament to their collaborative spirit. 🎸🎶
📸 51 years ago, "Rock of Ages" by The Band was released, a milestone in rock history. The aura of those performances, captured through Ernst Haas's legendary lens, continues to resonate, reflecting the unique spirit and enduring legacy of one of music's greatest ensembles. 🎶
July 28, 1973: Memorable day at Watkins Glen. Joined The Band, Grateful Dead, and Allman Brothers to make music for 600K fans. A moment in time I'm grateful to have experienced.
#SummerJam1973
🎸🎶
“You wanna do some livin' before you die. Do it down in New Orleans.” - Dr. John
Happy heavenly birthday,
@akadrjohn
. Thank you for bringing that New Orleans sound to
#TheLastWaltz
.
#OnThisDay
in 1994,
@TheBandOfficial
was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Here's a clip of us performing "The Weight" with the one and only
@EricClapton
. It was an honor to be recognized by the Hall of Fame.
"I write songs. Then, I record them. And, later, maybe I perform them on stage. That's what I do. That's my job. Simple." -
@vanmorrison
Wishing Van the Man a Happy Birthday! 🎂🎵
#TheLastWaltz
Most of us had just picked up our instruments as kids and plowed ahead, but Garth was classically trained and could find musical avenues on the keyboard we didn’t know existed.
Happy Birthday, Garth "Honey Boy" Hudson.
#GarthHudson
#TheBand
Sad news today as we say goodbye to folk icon Ian Tyson. The Band performed his song “Four Strong Winds”, along with Neil Young, during “The Last Waltz.” Rest in peace, Ian.
Man, oh, man, Rich could break your heart, either with that voice, sounding like it was on the verge of tears at times, or with his deeply sensitive personality. He had such a rich tone.
Happy Birthday, Richard Manuel.
📸Ed Perlstein
.
@jonimitchell
’s songs might have been the most challenging of the night, with their syncopation and chord structures that kept you on your toes, but we sailed through that one like a cool breeze.
Stream music from
#TheLastWaltz
▶️
As we approach the anniversary of The Band's
#TheLastWaltz
, let's take a journey 'Further On Up The Road' with this electrifying clip of Robbie Robertson and Eric Clapton, where guitar riffs and legendary talent collide.🎸
Who says rock concerts can’t have a Thanksgiving feast? 🦃🎸 At
#TheLastWaltz
, The Band dished out a massive dinner for over 5,000 fans before they hit the stage. A blend of heartwarming hospitality and legendary music created an unforgettable Thanksgiving celebration!