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Topic: RIP BB King

Riley B. King passed away peacefully in his sleep in his Las Vegas home at 9:40 p.m. PDT.

There is not enough that can be said about BB King's contribution to the blues and to music in general. It is immeasurable.
He was a great mentor to so many players, including Joe, and an influence on millions.

Rest Peacefully dear King, and we'll see that your grave is kept clean. Not forgotten.

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Re: RIP BB King

Rest in peace BB. Just feel so honored I was able to see him live a couple years ago, a memory i'll always cherish. I send my thoughts out to his family during this time. What an amazing career that man had, changed so many lives and really kept the blues alive. RIP

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Amen to the above, BB was truly a legend and will be missed by blues fans and musicians alike. The BBC breakfast show has just shown a moving tribute to him, which speaks volumes for the esteem in which he is held.

I'm so glad to have seen him a few years ago. You'll be sadly missed BB.

RIP

Phil

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Re: RIP BB King

RIP BB King... so sad the hear the news. sad

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Indeed a legend,gave his life to the blues,owed so much by so many.RIP.

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Heard this news on the drive in to work this morning. UK Radio 2 played the BB & U2 song as a tribute, so I turned it off and put on Chains & Things as that's what I want to remember him for. RIP BB, the sky should be blue all over the world today...................................

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Yes, truly sad news indeed.
I pray that his family can find a way to come back together at this difficult time.

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The King is gone. Sad. sad

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Thank you Mr. King for all the gifts you have given us ... may we continue to enjoy and cherish. Rest in Peace.

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  • From: East Lancashire, UK
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http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-32747861
Worth a watch. sad

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Today we lost a music legend and an American treasure.  He was an inspiration to an untold number of people across the world.  He leaves behind a lifetime of music and memories for so many that will never be forgotten.  RIP Mr. King.

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Can't think of a better tribute than the man's own words....

“I’ve always tried to defend the idea that the blues doesn’t have to be sung by a person who comes from Mississippi, as I did,” he said in the 1988 book Off the Record: An Oral History of Popular Music. “People all over the world have problems. And as long as people have problems, the blues can never die.”

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Sad news. RIP Mr. King. My earliest exposure to the blues was BB on TV in the 60's.

Play some cards & drink black coffee,
How I’d love to see you smile....
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So sorry to hear this news sad  God Speed BB ~ You paved the way for a lot of Bluesmen and shared a lot of great music with us. Will not forget seeing you as a teenager and at Crossroads. Heaven just got a whole lot richer .....

Hugs to Joe for the loss of his friend and mentor....

         Patty

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BB used to come to our area every year.  Loved it when he came with his friend Buddy Guy.  Buddy a star in his own right would open for BB and always said he was honored to open for the great BB King. RIP a truly great man.

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R.I.P  A True legend & gentleman.....we will miss you very much

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  • From: Crystal Lake, Il.
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Sad news indeed, but after looking at the countless Facebook posts, it seems a fitting tribute that so many people are finding solace in listening to BB's music.
He was one of a kind. RIP BB

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The King of Blue's is gone but will never be forgotten. He had JB open for him at the Fraze in Ohio and this is why I am here. Love you BB 

GODSPEED Mr King

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