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Linda Ronstadt can't sing anymore.

Do not know if everyone has seen or heard this, but Linda Ronstadt has been diagnosed with Parkinson's and can't sing anymore.

http://www.npr.org/2013/08/24/215035751/ronstadt-tells-aarp-she-has-parkinsons

If one can say that a particular artist/group got them into high-end audio, she would be mine.

Definitely in my top 5 of favorite female vocalists.

Very sad indeed...
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mapman
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I've been picking up Rondstadt CDs whenever I find them of late.

When she was good, she was REALLY good!
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tostadosunidos
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I love the earlier, more countrified stuff (post-Stone Ponies, pre-stardom). What an amazing voice!
oakiris
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oops - sorry about the double post. :-o

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truemaineiac
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I think I have nearly everything she ever recorded on vinyl. Absolutely amazing performer who conveys so much beyond the lyrics with her singing. I saw the Eagles documentary and there were clips of her singing in LA when the guys who formed the Eagles were in her band. They were saying that the first time anybody heard her sing they all said, wow, she;s going to the top. It was that apparent. Too bad she is done singing.
tubegroover
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When I discovered this live gem, it brought tears to my eyes, so expressive. Best to you always Linda!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAK5Ids7l5g&list=RDoAK5Ids7l5g
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