Thank you Peter… I’m so shocked that I didn’t learn of Kenny’s passing… In college, I remember hearing “Haven’t We Met” while standing in a music store at the University of MD. I bought Stevie Wonder’s “Songs In The Key of Life”, Stanley Clarke’s “School Dayz” and got out of line to buy “The Kenny Rankin Album”. Amazing and delightful talent. Imagine a concert featuring Kenny Rankin, James Taylor, Sarah Mclaughlin, and the late Eva Cassidy…
Heaven must sound like that.
RIP, Mr. Rankin.
It was my first and last to see him performed live @ Yoshi’s in Northern California many years ago…thought I will be able to see him again but the unfortunate thing happened. His legacy will live forever. He will be truly missed just like Jim Croce.
Does this mean that we both heard the same thing? Did you ever hear his interpretation of” House of Gold” by Woody Guthrie? Woody wrote a great song but his original came to life in the heart of Kenny. I love him too. God Bless you.
How wonderful that you got to give him a bottle of Bordeaux. I listened to his albums over and over again. Sang along and wondered at his flexability of tone color, rhythm, harmony and the spiritual nature of his lovely songs and covers, (interpretations). The closest I ever got to him was at the music recital hall at CSU, Sacramento. I was awestruck at his low speaking voice and high high singing voice. The air was magnetized with his presence. I wanted to cry that I got to be there 1x.
@ImpossiblyLost – Wrote one draft. Over 1OOO words long. I knew Kenny as I headlined for him in the 7O’s at Bogart;s Cafe in Cincinnati. I still can’t believe he’s gone. Did you know he was on Johnny Carson many times in the late 60′s and 70′s. JC favorite actually. Is it selfish to say that part of me is gone. I hope he drank the bottle of Bordeaux I gave him in 1981. Why couldn’t everyone hear and appreciate what I was hearing. An Icon past, one of a one of a kind. Rest in Peace Kenny.
Empecé a conocer su música en Area Reservada de Radio 3 hace algunos años. La verdad que sino veo este video , no me enteraba de su fallecimiento. Kenny nos dejaste muy buenos temas. Descansa en Paz
How he could play with, and re-invent, yet again, his interpretaions of “Here’s that Rainy Day” and “Black Bird.” He just gets better with age. I miss him. God gave this man a heart and soul above most people’s
It was my good fortune to see Kenny several times in concert in a very intimate setting. It was beyond wonderful. I was very saddened to hear of his passing. He was an incredible talent. I have loved his music for 25 years and will miss him..
I always thought that I would get to meet Kenny Rankin. I admired him so. His songs and his voice inspired my songwriting and my singing. I learned today that he died on June 7, 2009. I am very sad about it. I was sad when Michael Jackson, Patrick Swayze, and Mary Travers died, but I cried when I heard that Kenny Rankin had died.
Thank you for posting this. I just learned today that Kenny Rankin died on June 7 and I have been crying all day. I have loved his voice and his guitar playing since I first heard his album, Silver Morning. I never got to see him in live performance. thank you, for sharing this video. I am so sad. What a beautiful and remarkable talent!!
The most incredible voice and guitar
listening to him is like taking pain relief for ahead ache , like meditating or something.
KR alive in our hearts for ever.
Heavens music has just stepped it up another notch with a nylon string classical guitar and a feather soft voice.
Golly! Thanks for posting this…We all loved him, miss him like mad. However, as I posted elsewhere, it’s because he is gone that I believe in God and Heaven. There is one “hella” concert going on up there with all the musicians we have lost
I, like angorasox, am also in shock…I just now learned of his passing. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and fans (of which I am the biggest one). His voice has been like an old comfortable piece of furniture in my home for years. No other singer or voice captured my attention like Kenny’s. My jaw dropped the first time I heard him sing “In the Name of Love”. The only man who could do a cover of a Beatle song and make it his own. We love you, Kenny ! Silver Mourning !.
Kenny Rankin touched my life with his soothing, soulful sound. My prayers are with his friends and family. He will be deeply missed. What a gift he shared with us all! This is the first I heard of his death. I can’t believe he’s gone so soon. I feel so sad.
All the best to you and your friends of music – thank you for posting this. The generosity with which Kenny shared his immense talent has inspired me since I was first introduced to his stunningly expressive voice in the early ’70′s. Be Oh So Peaceful, Kenny…you’ve blessed us with your art.
Thank you so much for sharing this performance. Just like everyone else, I was a fan and a recipiant of Kenny’s kindness at several concerts. I flooded my house with his voice and my tears when I heard about his untimely passing. Clips like these are comforting. Thanks so much again.
Thank you Peter… I’m so shocked that I didn’t learn of Kenny’s passing… In college, I remember hearing “Haven’t We Met” while standing in a music store at the University of MD. I bought Stevie Wonder’s “Songs In The Key of Life”, Stanley Clarke’s “School Dayz” and got out of line to buy “The Kenny Rankin Album”. Amazing and delightful talent. Imagine a concert featuring Kenny Rankin, James Taylor, Sarah Mclaughlin, and the late Eva Cassidy…
Heaven must sound like that.
RIP, Mr. Rankin.
Thank you so very much for sharing this wonderful footage.
It was my first and last to see him performed live @ Yoshi’s in Northern California many years ago…thought I will be able to see him again but the unfortunate thing happened. His legacy will live forever. He will be truly missed just like Jim Croce.
wow, it’s wonderful he was asked to sing.
a voice from heaven – pure sweetness.
R.I.P.
Does this mean that we both heard the same thing? Did you ever hear his interpretation of” House of Gold” by Woody Guthrie? Woody wrote a great song but his original came to life in the heart of Kenny. I love him too. God Bless you.
How wonderful that you got to give him a bottle of Bordeaux. I listened to his albums over and over again. Sang along and wondered at his flexability of tone color, rhythm, harmony and the spiritual nature of his lovely songs and covers, (interpretations). The closest I ever got to him was at the music recital hall at CSU, Sacramento. I was awestruck at his low speaking voice and high high singing voice. The air was magnetized with his presence. I wanted to cry that I got to be there 1x.
@ImpossiblyLost – Wrote one draft. Over 1OOO words long. I knew Kenny as I headlined for him in the 7O’s at Bogart;s Cafe in Cincinnati. I still can’t believe he’s gone. Did you know he was on Johnny Carson many times in the late 60′s and 70′s. JC favorite actually. Is it selfish to say that part of me is gone. I hope he drank the bottle of Bordeaux I gave him in 1981. Why couldn’t everyone hear and appreciate what I was hearing. An Icon past, one of a one of a kind. Rest in Peace Kenny.
I have never so inspired as when I first heard Kenny. He will be greatly missed. I am one of his greatest fans. Love you always, Kenny.
I’m sorry for his loss.
My heart gently weeps knowing Kenny is gone.
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Empecé a conocer su música en Area Reservada de Radio 3 hace algunos años. La verdad que sino veo este video , no me enteraba de su fallecimiento. Kenny nos dejaste muy buenos temas. Descansa en Paz
How he could play with, and re-invent, yet again, his interpretaions of “Here’s that Rainy Day” and “Black Bird.” He just gets better with age. I miss him. God gave this man a heart and soul above most people’s
Wonderful! What a special tribute to an incredibly talented human being. Thanks for sharing this.
It was my good fortune to see Kenny several times in concert in a very intimate setting. It was beyond wonderful. I was very saddened to hear of his passing. He was an incredible talent. I have loved his music for 25 years and will miss him..
I always thought that I would get to meet Kenny Rankin. I admired him so. His songs and his voice inspired my songwriting and my singing. I learned today that he died on June 7, 2009. I am very sad about it. I was sad when Michael Jackson, Patrick Swayze, and Mary Travers died, but I cried when I heard that Kenny Rankin had died.
Thank you for posting this. I just learned today that Kenny Rankin died on June 7 and I have been crying all day. I have loved his voice and his guitar playing since I first heard his album, Silver Morning. I never got to see him in live performance. thank you, for sharing this video. I am so sad. What a beautiful and remarkable talent!!
He REALLY was godgifted. I will love him forever. Thank you, Kenny. You’re “here in my heart”.
The most incredible voice and guitar
listening to him is like taking pain relief for ahead ache , like meditating or something.
KR alive in our hearts for ever.
Heavens music has just stepped it up another notch with a nylon string classical guitar and a feather soft voice.
Can’t believe he is gone!!! Horrible news.
I am in shockl…:(
Golly! Thanks for posting this…We all loved him, miss him like mad. However, as I posted elsewhere, it’s because he is gone that I believe in God and Heaven. There is one “hella” concert going on up there with all the musicians we have lost
I, like angorasox, am also in shock…I just now learned of his passing. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and fans (of which I am the biggest one). His voice has been like an old comfortable piece of furniture in my home for years. No other singer or voice captured my attention like Kenny’s. My jaw dropped the first time I heard him sing “In the Name of Love”. The only man who could do a cover of a Beatle song and make it his own. We love you, Kenny ! Silver Mourning !.
Kenny Rankin touched my life with his soothing, soulful sound. My prayers are with his friends and family. He will be deeply missed. What a gift he shared with us all! This is the first I heard of his death. I can’t believe he’s gone so soon. I feel so sad.
All the best to you and your friends of music – thank you for posting this. The generosity with which Kenny shared his immense talent has inspired me since I was first introduced to his stunningly expressive voice in the early ’70′s. Be Oh So Peaceful, Kenny…you’ve blessed us with your art.
Thank you so much for sharing this performance. Just like everyone else, I was a fan and a recipiant of Kenny’s kindness at several concerts. I flooded my house with his voice and my tears when I heard about his untimely passing. Clips like these are comforting. Thanks so much again.
Just found out of his passing. Thanks for the wonderful posting. It’s like he’s right here. A wonderful musician and singer – the ultimate stringman.
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