R.I.P. Tony Joe White
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They don’t come any more authoritative or authentic than Tony Joe White. I found him a fascinating conversationalist – never in a hurry to say anything glib, he would ruminate a second and then respond directly to any question you put to him. Like most musicians, he seemed happiest talking about songs, writing, performances, influences […]