<p>But the music lives on.
[Rest</a> in Peace Levon Helm (1940-2012) - No Depression Americana and Roots Music](<a href=“http://www.nodepression.com/profiles/blogs/rest-in-peace-levon-helm-1940-2012]Rest”>http://www.nodepression.com/profiles/blogs/rest-in-peace-levon-helm-1940-2012)</p>
<p>I had the priviledge of seeing Levon Helm and the Band twice. The first time at Watkins Glen on July 27 and 28 on a triple bill with the Grateful Dead and the Allman Brothers. </p>
<p>The second time was on January 6th, 1974 at the Spectrum in Philadelphia on the second stop of Bob Dylan’s first tour in eight years. </p>
<p>Both were grueling. Watkins Glen was an ordeal. And we drove from Williamstown, MA to Philly and back after the concert for the second one.</p>
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<p>It certainly makes me stop and reflect every time another one of my favorites dies from nicotine addiction.</p>
<p>Gotta remember him at his best:</p>
<p>[The</a> Weight from The Last Waltz](<a href=“- YouTube”>- YouTube)</p>
<p>An online tribute to Leon.
One of many.
[Musicians</a> Across the World Pay Tribute to Levon Helm Robbie Robertson Visits One Last Time and Praises Helm East Portland Blog](<a href=“http://www.eastportlandblog.com/2012/04/18/musicians-across-the-world-pay-tribute-to-levon-helm-robbie-robertson-visits-one-last-time-and-praises-helm/]Musicians”>Musicians Across the World Pay Tribute to Levon Helm – Robbie Robertson Visits One Last Time and Praises Helm - East Portland Blog)</p>
<p>I saw The Band in Cleveland, Ohio around 1970. Good times…</p>
<p>His solo stuff was amazing too (if you like gritty folk/country/roots music). I listened to “Dirt Farmer” on my commute this morning. Amazing.</p>
<p>For those interested in emoting:</p>
<p>[Levon</a> Helm Tribute - Free streaming live music, Live concert recordings, Live music downloads, Classic rock concerts](<a href=“http://www.wolfgangsvault.com/playlists/levon-helm-tribute/playlist-16089519.html]Levon”>http://www.wolfgangsvault.com/playlists/levon-helm-tribute/playlist-16089519.html)</p>
<p>Interesteddad, I was at Watkins Glen, and their tour with Dylan in '74 too. :)</p>
<p>“just”, thx for the link.</p>
<p>Glen Hansard just tweeted he got to sing “the Weight” with Mavis Staples at NOLA jazz fest.
[Glen</a> Hansard’s Photo | Lockerz](<a href=“http://lockerz.com/s/206466066]Glen”>9+ Sanrio Clothing Themes For Adults (Kawaii Outfit Aesthetic & More Tips) - Lockerz)
I’ll see if he puts up a clip later.</p>
<p>I met Levon years ago, when he was again performing as The Band without Robbie Robertson. He said everyone mispronounced his name. It was supposed to be Le-von with accent on the second syllable. So I remember him that way.</p>
<p>Not an aficianado of the The Band but enjoyed ‘The Last Waltz.’ ‘The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down’ is one of my favorite mildly political tunes.</p>
<p>I was also at the Watkins Glen Festival. The local paper printed a 25th or 30th anniversary edition filled with photos and information about the concert. I wish I could find it as it was very interesting.</p>
<p>“The Band Live At Watkins Glen” is available on CD, and incudes the “No Rain Chant.”</p>