Minnesota folk and blues community unites to honor 'Spider' John Koerner’s life, music and legacy
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| | Minnesota folk and blues community unites to honor 'Spider' John Koerner’s life, music and legacy |
Charlie Parr, Paul Metsa and the Cactus Blossoms were among the local musicians who put their own twists on “Spider” John Koerner songs. The humble musician, beloved by Bonnie Raitt and Bob Dylan, died last month at 85.
“He was not about celebrity, not at all. Anonymous man and all that, including himself,” Steve Mayer said. “He was one of the most humble, self-effacing people I’ve ever heard.” | |
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