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RIP John Blackwell I´ve just read that John Blackwell passed away. The sad news was posted by his wife. He was one of my all time favorite drummers with a very recognizable, unique sound and he always came across as a genuinely nice, humble person. May he rest in peace.
" I´d rather be a stank ass hoe because I´m not stupid. Oh my goodness! I got more drugs! I´m always funny dude...I´m hilarious! Are we gonna smoke?" | |
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KoolEaze said: I´ve just read that John Blackwell passed away. The sad news was posted by his wife. He was one of my all time favorite drummers with a very recognizable, unique sound and he always came across as a genuinely nice, humble person. May he rest in peace.
Wow. This is very sad. Thanks for letting us know. | |
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Damn so sad. He and Prince will be making heavenly music soon.  💜Paisley Park is in your heart
#PrinceForever 💜 | |
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Oh God, No! [Edited 7/4/17 11:23am] Prince, in you I found a kindred spirit...Rest In Paradise. | |
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RIPBummer.  | |
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Does anyone recall how old he was? Prince, in you I found a kindred spirit...Rest In Paradise. | |
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Way too young, 43 years old. | |
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[Edited 7/4/17 11:37am] Prince, in you I found a kindred spirit...Rest In Paradise. | |
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John Blackwell · 1 hr · Instagram · My husband incredible drummer John Blackwell Jr. passed the way peacefully in my company today. Thanks God for his life and thanks everyone for their support. Yaritza
Prince and JB making the angels sing even funkier! JB is with Jia now
My condolences 
Ohh purple joy oh purple bliss oh purple rapture! REAL MUSIC by REAL MUSICIANS - Prince "I kind of wish there was a reason for Prince to make the site crash more" ~~ Ben |
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John Blackwell is not only my favorite Prince drummer, but Blackwell was a major contributor to the recording of Prince's LAST TRULY GREAT ALBUM, "Rainbow Children" and helped spearhead one Prince's late career resurgence musically with One Nite Alone Tour, and instrumental albums "Xpectation" and "C-Note". Hearing Prince and Blackwell stretch on rock, funk and jazz forms was a treat to the ears. Rest In Paradise. Although I'm not a JW, I take comfort that Prince and John Blackwell shared the same religious faith and wasn't afraid of death. I'm thankful for the incredible memories John gave me 3121 #1 THIS YEAR |
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I didn´t even know he was a JW. "Everywhere" is my favorite Prince and John Blackwell collaboration. Incredible drumming, incredibly energetic, uplifting and positive song even though I don´t necessarily share the lyrics about finding the "truth". Such a great song. " I´d rather be a stank ass hoe because I´m not stupid. Oh my goodness! I got more drugs! I´m always funny dude...I´m hilarious! Are we gonna smoke?" | |
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Him and Michael B were my fave Prince drummers. And I think his drumming was perfect for Prince´s music in the 2000s. Very sad day. RIP [Edited 7/4/17 11:58am] |
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So sorry to get this news. He was the best of the best of all drummers. His solos mesmerized me and gave me goosebumps. An honorable man. 🥀 The Leaf Shall Inherit The Earth. | |
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Love & Respect to you John Blackwell. I'm speechless. | |
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John was the drummer at my first ever Prince concert, couldn't help but notice how amazing he was RIP | |
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His wife was so encouraging on FB and Twitter - I really felt like he would recover. So sad to hear this is not the case. Check out The Mountains and the Sea, a Prince podcast by yours truly and my wife. More info at https://www.facebook.com/TMATSPodcast/ |
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So sad to hear this. Terrible news. "We are the New Power Generation,and so are U!" | |
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Horrible news, God Bless him and his Wife and family in this extremely difficult time. Thank you John for your amazing gift that blessed me so much as a fan. | |
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his poor wife. they already lost their little girl. rip john and thanks for the incredible music. and true love lives on lollipops and crisps | |
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| Damn, I was praying for a better outcome. RIP John. | |
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My heart hurts for him and his family and friends. Much respect for his skills and artistry. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-
Still it's nice to know, when our bodies wear out, we can get another -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- |
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RIP John Blackwell | |
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Appalling news. He was incredible live. All love, prayers and peace to John's family, and much love to Yaritza for her brave posts.
What a truly sad time these last few months have been. [Edited 7/4/17 13:21pm] | |
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 I will take my place, In the great below | |
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I am so devastated about this. John was the sweetest. Watching him play always made me smile. Big Teddy Bear! Such a nice man. I just loved his drumming style. He is with Prince now, I just know it. He's being welcomed. God bless Yaritza and the family. | |
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RIP....am sure Prince and Blackwell are jamming right now up in heaven. | |
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My hubby got to personally speak with JB a number of times on the phone. I remember one time they were talking on the phone and JB says he has to get off the phone coz Prince is back, back to practising.
Ohh purple joy oh purple bliss oh purple rapture! REAL MUSIC by REAL MUSICIANS - Prince "I kind of wish there was a reason for Prince to make the site crash more" ~~ Ben |
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Rest in peace, John Blackwell. They are putting together a great band up there in heaven. 'Liberate My Mind' | |
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