William “Billy” Bryans passed away on April 23. He was 62. Billy played drums for many bands including Raffi and the Downchild Blues Band. He is best know as one of the founders of the Parachute Club. He was widely known as a producer, making records with the above artists and Lillian Allen. He was also a promoter and an accomplished songwriter.
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Liked it John. Did you have a good day?
Had a great weekend. Pictures by Thursday I hope. How did the EH thing go?
Well, he had fun I think. He actually said that I was the coolest friend ever. Okay, that was a lie, but he probably was thinking it. Well, maybe not but he should have been. 😉
The man could lay down a rhythm.
Did that song do anything in the States?
I’d never heard it before, but according to the great wikipedia, it hit 26 on billboard’s dance chart…
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Hi,
Great video, thoroughly enjoyed listening to this one.
Love that 80’s rock