Dave Mason, Traffic Co-Founder, Passes Away

0:00On April 22nd, Dave Mason, the founding traffic member behind classics like feelin' alright and hole in my shoe, has passed away at 79. His publicists confirmed the news, marking the end of a legendary run that included side-man gigs with the Rolling Stones, George Harrison, and Jimmy Hendrix. Mason helped shape traffic psychedelic sound in the late 1960s alongside Steve Winwood, contributing killer guitar and satar to albums, like Mr. Fantasy. He snagged a rock-and-roll Hall of Fame spot with the band in 2004, then dropped solo hits like only you know, and I know, and we just. Disagree in the 70s. Fans remember him as a fiery player who bounced between big names, from Delaney and Bonnie Tours, with Clapton to a quick stint in Fleetwood Mac during, the 90s lineup shakeup. His work echoed through covers, especially Joe Cocker's take on feelin' alright. Both troubles surfaced last year when he canceled a tour, but details stayed private. He leaves behind his wife Winifred Wilson and daughter Danielle, while his son Tru and

1:04sister Valerie Leonard pre-deceased him. Mason's riffs and songs bridged rock eras, leaving a blueprint for generations of players still chasing that vibe. From the world of music, powered by AI, this is music news today. I'm Corey with The Story.