Edgar Winter is still alive.

Ironic how people we like get the most threads only when when they die. :^(

Talking about Johnny that is.

Yes, I saw Edgar a couple of years ago with Ringo! Fantastic! FRANKENSTEIN!

At least 2 of the 4 threads actually have his name spelled correctly in the title.True fans!

He will always be alive in my heart, and hey, we can still enjoy his style of magic, much as we do Stevie Ray Vaughan's, Albert King's, Jimi's and many others. Personally, I am so happy, and impressed, that he made it to 70, given his albinism. I believe his love of music and art may have had something to do with that. I know it is certainly part of my healthcare plan.

Been a fan of the Winter Bros. for what? 40+ yrs now. Back in the day I saw EW more (9-10x) than JW (3-4x). Honestly, I picked up a recent recording of Johnny's and was shocked and disappointed by how he sounded. His beautiful voice was shot and his gtr playing was a shadow of what it used to be. While I understand the inevitability of age, some musicians can maintain, and even surpass sometimes, the musical standard established during their youth. I'd much rather listen to an older record than suffer feeling pity for artists I admire. All that said, Johnny's got a new record coming out that's been generating a bit of buzz due to it featuring a bunch of guests. Although I usually find these types of records to be a gimmick I'll be checking this one out 'cause it's Johnny.

Interesting to note that Edgar Winters last 2 records have been 2 of his best! Stylistically very different, 'Jazzin' The Blues' is comparable to his very fine 'Jasmine Nightdreams'. 'Rebel Road' is a straight up keg party Rock n Roll record!