I was extremely saddened to discover that legendary E Street Band founder Clarence Clemons passed away over this weekend following a stroke 2 weeks ago.
I have been fortunate enough to catch Springsteen and the full E-Street Band on a few occasions in recent years, and whilst my adulation was largely focussed on The Boss, there was a feeling that, together with Steve Van Zandt, Clemons represented part of the dream ticket; a unique blend of musicianship, showmanship and cool.
Back in 2008 I took Cougar collaborator Mario to see a second consecutive sell out night at Emirates Stadium. As the Big Man soared into action delivering the last of his huge solo moments we remarked that over just three or four songs Clemons left more of an impression than most musicians do in a lifetime.
That sentiment remains and I have been fishing out all my favourite “huge solo moments” and savouring them this week.
RIP Big Man!
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