I saw him a couple of months ago in Door County, WI. He was very gracious and funny, and there were many times during which there were very few dry eyes in the house; he's getting up there. He couldn't hit the high notes and his voice didn't have the same booming quality it did back in the day, but I'm very glad I got to see him again.
Just a few words of appreciation for a still living artist.
I picked up a compilation of Gordon Lightfoot's greatest hits earlier this year and was blown away by how wonderful his whole catalog is. I grew up in the 70's with the radio on all the time, and of course remembered hearing the handful of his popular songs on the roster as a kid. I never owned any of his albums or considered myself a folk music fan, but hearing the rest of his efforts after having lived my share of life is a true source of pleasure. There really isn't a bad song among them.
So I looked him up, and sure enough he's still kicking at 84. I'm sure there are a few here who've seen him in concert back in the day or in more recent years. Would love to hear any stories or insights you may have.
Happy Listening
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