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Ingram Cecil Connor III (November 5, 1946 – September 19, 1973), known professionally as Gram Parsons, was an American singer, songwriter, guitarist, and pianist.
Gram Parsons died on September 19, 1973, in room eight of the Joshua Tree Inn, near Joshua Tree National Park. Encouraged by his road manager Phil Kaufman , Parsons again visited the park after completing his latest recording sessions.
Sep 28, 2023 · The country-rock pioneer died 50 years ago at age 26 with two influential solo albums to his name, leaving a legion of “what if”s behind. Share full article. 169. In the half-century since ...
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Oct 25, 1973 · A detailed account of the singer-songwriter's life, career and death in 1973, and the controversies surrounding his cremation in Joshua Tree. Learn about his influences, achievements, struggles and legacy in country and rock music.
Sep 29, 2023 · The Legend of Gram Parsons, in 12 Songs - The New York Times. A half-century after his death, listen to some of the singer-songwriter’s most soulful signature tunes, and some tributes and covers...
Sep 2, 2023 · Fifty year retrospective documenting one of the most influential music talents in Country and Rock. The Byrds, Flying Burrito Brothers, Fallen Angels and more. Details and live locations from ...
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The lore of singer-songwriter Gram Parsons ’69 often goes something like this: considered the “father” of country rock music, he pioneered a new genre despite never having a hit record. Parsons started the International Submarine Band in Cambridge, played with the Byrds, then cofounded the Flying Burrito Brothers in Los Angeles.
