Kenny Edwards
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Kenny Edwards: Guestbook
Jay Bodam
September 7, 2010
Without him what would the 70's be? His music and talent will be greatly missed...
Michael Grdner
September 3, 2010
Imagine what life would be like if each of us contributed as much beauty as Kenny did.
He was only human, but he made the world a better place - and, his contributions will live on.
It is my good fortune that our paths crossed, and I treasure the memory.
les hamanaka
September 2, 2010
Berkeley's Freight and Salvage Dec. 5, '09. A great venue with superb acoustics for Kenny, Karla and Nina.
All of the vinyl I still have from high school and college in the 70s with Kenny and Karla's imprint on them made me want to go out to see them that night... people who are just so good at what they do. It was a pleasure, a perfect show, and my spouse from a younger generation and another country (NZ) enjoyed the show just as much even without the element of nostalgia.
There will always be a thread that connects the talented people who create music and the people who love to hear it. Thank you to Kenny for all that he shared with us.
Geoff Krikorian
September 1, 2010
I saw Kenny Edwards along with Karla Bonoff at the Don Gibson Theater in Shelby, NC. in the spring of 2010. Kenny accompanied Karla during her set. Kenny did a wonderful set of his own. Their vocal duets were wonderful.
After the concert I was blessed to have both autograph Karla's "Wild Heart of the Young". Kenny produced the album.
In the 60's, 70's, and early 80's I was a liner note freak and saw Kenny's name on many albums.
Thank you Kenny for being so gracious in signing Karla's album for me.
God Bless You!
Rev. Bets Wienecke
September 1, 2010
Read as Closing Words at
The Memorial of Kenny Edwards
And do I die?
How should I die?
My atoms
are the same that existed
on the first day of the universe.
My elements
are identical with the make-up of
the stars.
I am one with all that is,
and my…life a comet's trail
across the starry universal night.
I do not die.
My elements are scattered.
New lights, new comets' trails will use them.
There is, because of me, a new note in the song
sung by the morning stars.
written & used with permission by
The Rev. Katy Korb
Naples, FL
Dominic Piacenti
August 30, 2010
I loved the music Kenny was a big part of. I always read liner notes kenny's name was all over the place. Kenny is one of thoughs behind to seens rocks that just makes good things even better.
I am a bass player and I enjoyed is playing. It was so tastful.
Tom Lacko
August 30, 2010
God bless Kenny Edwards! What a great, great talent. We'll all miss him but I can't stop thinking of his "musical family", especially Karla, Wendy and Andrew.
Such passings remind us we're only on this earth for a short time. Do well to others and sing a joyful tune... one of Kenny's!
RIP Kenny Edwards
Dorothy Moskowitz (Falarski)
August 28, 2010
I knew Kenny well in the 60's. He showed enormous sensitivity and taste even as a very young man and then went on to inspire those around him both spiritually and musically.
Kenny was trusting enough to let me record one of his songs, even though my style was different from his. I'm grateful that there's something lasting as I grieve. Condolences to all the family and friends who remained close to him.
Robert
August 28, 2010
I'm very sad to hear of Kenny's passing. As a bass player I've always been a big fan of his since first hearing his great playing on those classic Linda Ronstadt records. He will be missed!
Nancy and Howard
August 28, 2010
It's been a number of years since we have seen Kenny. But we always hold him dear to our hearts and the fond memories we have of him. Not just a wonderful musician, but a fun, sweet, caring, and great human being! He was,and is, someone we are so grateful we knew. I am just happy to know he was able to play his music right up until the end and I know heaven rocks because he's there!!!
Lenny Stein
August 28, 2010
I was so saddened to read of Kenny's death. I knew him from way back at the Ash Grove in the 60's. He was such a dear guy. I've thought about him over the years and will miss him.
Lonnie pritzen
August 27, 2010
Thank you, so many times over for sharing your gift. You are missed, but I know you can here it and read it all wherever you are!!!
Albert M. Francia Jr.
August 27, 2010
Thank you Kenny. RIP.
Lisa Lagueras
August 26, 2010
I have always watched Kenny on stage, his expressions, his moves. What a wonderful guy. And what wonderful memories I will have. No one has mentioned this here, but I imagine that not only Karla and Wendy are grieving but Linda Ronstadt, too, who knew Kenny before the others and who loved him so much. They were practically kids when they hooked up. She must be extremely broken up. May all of you be comforted and may the Buddhist soul in Kenny soar forever. Love, Lisa
Barbara Baczek-Wallace
August 26, 2010
I remember Kenny in 1969 when he came to visit our first born son Teddy who was sleeping in his crib. Kenny was just back from India and full of the wonder of the adventure. I will never forget this thoughtfulness in paying that visit and can only say that we , all of our extended family wish him everlasting, eternal bliss in paradise. 'God speed' Kenny Edwards the great man that you will always be thought of as being.
Jeff "Bryndle's Roadie" Ludwig
August 25, 2010
I have just got back to civilivation and heard the sad news. My heart goes out to Karla and his family. He was truly a treasure, a gentle man with massive talent.
Paul Honeycutt
August 25, 2010
Sorry to hear of Kenny's passing. I've been a fan for years. I never got to hear him play live. I went to see Bryndle and the show was canceled (and I gave Andrew Gold some grief about that...).
God Speed, Kenny. Thanks for the music.
Brenda Q
August 25, 2010
I had the priviledge and pleasure of hearing Kenny (and Karla, etc.) about three years ago on a sweltering evening at Lakeside, Ohio. I was hooked. RIP Kenny.
dab
August 24, 2010
It's the bassists and the trombonists who often do the arranging, the planning - and the dishing off of solos. Kenny was an inspiration - his harmonies on ''When Will I Be Loved'' and any number of terrific Karla Bonoff songs will stick with me forever. RIP, Kenny. You are the bandleader and star in my book.
Jennifer Lowe
August 24, 2010
It was a priviledge to know you. My sincere condolences to your family.
Michael Z
August 23, 2010
Stone Poneys, Main Point, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, July 14, 1967.
RIP, Brother.
Newton Bayless
August 23, 2010
Very sad.Regards to his family.
God Bless
Wava Osborne
August 23, 2010
Heart felt condolences to your Mom,
Carol. She loved you so!
Ira Worden
August 23, 2010
I love Kenny's music. Glad I got to see him perform with Karla. Best wishes to everyone who helped him at the end. --Ira
Bill B
August 23, 2010
A sad passing. Warmest regards to his family and many friends. He will be missed.
Bill B
August 23, 2010
A sad passing. Warmest regards to his family and many friends. He will be missed.
Paul Dillon
August 23, 2010
My condolences.
mary
August 23, 2010
I am very sorry for your loss..he will be missed ..prayers and best wishes..from mary in nevada
ibby cline
August 23, 2010
I heard Kenny for years behind Linda R ~ then a friend turned me onto Bryndle in 1996, which I loved ~ and then eventually our paths crossed in Lyons, CO a few years back, and I had the pleasure of chatting with him at length. His smile, sense of humor, and general loveliness are what I most remember next to his music. Heart tears today upon hearing of the passing of this sweet lovely man ...
Rick Simon
August 23, 2010
Such and talent and wonderful man. The music up in heaven just got a whole lot better. You are missed down here.
Don Conoscenti
August 22, 2010
Happy Trails Brother! You set one helluva fine example for those of us left behind. See you down the road hombre.
Rod, Australia
August 22, 2010
Kenny Edwards has done what so few manage in life : to enrich those around him and leave a lasting lagacy for future generations to appreciate. He is greatly missed. A man of great achievements.
Kris Burson
August 22, 2010
Sweet angel Kenny. Love you so much. XOXOXOXOX
Ron Iverson
August 22, 2010
Kenny introduced me to Transcendental Meditation in 1970. He was perfect for me: long, floppy, curly hair and a mauve bell bottom suit, sparkly eyes and a wicked sense of humor. 40 years later, I am still using the mantra he gave me that day in Westwood. For years, I longed to meet him again to thank him for the powerful, positive influence he has had on my life. I finally had the opportunity this year when he synchronistically became involved with a psychologist and meditation techer where I work. Our conversations were deep and soulful, spanning the four decades between our encounters. Before I met my wife, Sharon, she had also met Kenny in the 60's when she was living in a Santa Barbara commune and Kenny was touring with the newly-formed Stone Ponies. The three of us recently formed a deep connection, and Sharon and I were looking forward to continuing our new friendship with this remarkable and talented man. His soul shines through the beautiful music on his new album. His passing brings great sadness.
Ron Iverson
tom dunn
August 22, 2010
Some of the most memorable experiences in my life happened when I had the privilege of playing keyboards opposite Kenny's guitar and mandolin in Tom Kell's band. I'll never forget the feelings his rich harmonies and melodic leads produced in me. He was one special and intuitive musician, and one special guy. My family and I will miss him very, very much.
Margaret (Margy) Clark
August 22, 2010
I have much gratitude an awe for who you were, Kenny. You introduced me at the age of 16 (you were 17) to so many wonderful and new kinds of music - from bluegrass greats, indian sitar, django rheinhart, koto, == what a gift! your strong spirit is out there in alot of people.
Patrick Hamilton
August 22, 2010
I am very saddened to hear of Mr. Edwards passing. I always thought that Linda Ronstadt never sounded better than when backed by the beautiful harmonies of Mr. Edwards. His music lives on...
Tina
August 22, 2010
I am so sad to hear of Kenny's passing. I am grateful for the gift of his music he left.
My Condolences to his family and friends.
Brad Nicholson
August 22, 2010
My heart truly breaks for such a tragic loss...
rick
August 22, 2010
We love Kenny, the memories of Kenny and Karla in small venues will live on in this life and the next. Easy to say death is just a part of life, we can't help but be attached to those souls who touch ours. Sadness turns and Kenny says 'gonna let it go.' But not just yet. You are loved, my brother. Thank you for all the love you shared.
Steve, Scotland
August 22, 2010
Rest in Peace Kenny. Your music took me through my youth and has been a source of inspiration ever since.
Jeremy Ferne
August 22, 2010
Deepest condolences to family and friends. God bless and thanks Kenny.
Marco G
August 22, 2010
Thank you for the music...
Peace
Marco from Rome,Italy
Millie Loeb
August 22, 2010
My deepest condolences to Carol and everyone else who loved Kenny.
Paolo Giorgi
August 22, 2010
Dear Kenny,
it is with great sadness that I read the message this morning. I had the pleasure to recently exchange some e-mail with you personally. I appreciated you as an artist long since gone in the seventies when your harmony vocals with Linda Ronstadt taught me a lot. I would have never imagined to have the chance to get in touch with you. Thank you for your music and for your kindness. May you rest in peace; music lives forever. My condolences to the family.
Paolo Giorgi (Italy)
H.Rabin
August 22, 2010
Kenny,
You will be missed! The world has lost a gentle soul and a truly talented and gifted artist. I was looking forward to that day we talked about in the studio and so sorry it never came to pass. But somehow I know that the echoes of your presence that day will continue to resonate at least in my heart and mind everytime I fire up that mixing board and press RECORD!
Bob G.
August 21, 2010
In 1995, I was flipping through the pages of my latest BMG Music Club flyer and came across something called "Bryndle". The album described how the four band members had joined in the 1960s but never made an album, and had been performing all individually with their own bands and projects for years. Bryndle reunited the quartet, and, as BMG said, the results were worth hearing. I thought, why not? I knew Karla Bonoff from her one top 40 hit, "Personally," but I hadn't heard of the other band members. Still, I ordered it, curious.
For two years, I listened to nothing else. Every song related to my life in some way, directly or indirectly. It were as if the four of them--Andrew, Karla, Wendy, and Kenny--had heard my heart calling to them and wrote this incredible, perfect album of harmony and grace.
Thank you, Kenny. I'm sorry I never got to tell you in person. But I know as your energy was released across the universe, it passed through all of us, mingled with the energies of our departed loved ones, and made the world a little bit of a better place to live. I will miss you, Kenny, but I'll always have "Bryndle". Thank you.
Patti Maher
August 21, 2010
I too became a fan of Kenny's in the 70's.I always felt his vocals were an integral part of the Bonoff and Ronstadt sound..it's strange just last week I looked up Karlas Music on youtube and listened to some old favs..and then I see Kenny passed. My Prayers go out to Family and Friends. Thanks for the great music and memories! You will be missed. PEACE
Jiffi Rainie
August 21, 2010
I am still in disbelief about the passing of Kenny. I am amazed at how quickly we lost him. I saw him with Karla at a quaint venue in VA outside DC about 5 years ago. What a great musician he was and a talented part of Karlas's show. She must be devastated...My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends and fans during this time of sadness.
He will be missed dearly.
Steve young
August 21, 2010
God bless you Kenny. Thanks for all the great music .RIP. My condolences to his family.
Steve Young
Chuck
August 21, 2010
God bless Kenny, his family, and all his close friends.
Sonny and Laura Garcia
August 21, 2010
Kenny played at our first house concert 2009. He stayed the weekend with us, and I'll never forget the morning after the concert breakfast with Kenny. We just sat around talking about music theory. Truly an awesome musician and special man. We will miss Kenny.
Doyle and Pam Honeycutt
August 21, 2010
We say Kenny the last time in April in The Woodlands, TX and he was great as ever. He just got better with time. Our sympathy to his family and friends.
Terry Clayton
August 21, 2010
Thankyou Kenny for your music. It's been an inspiration to me for many years.
Joe Jordan
August 21, 2010
The world has lost a truly gifted artist. My sincere condolences to Kenny's family and friends.
Lee Bazel
August 21, 2010
I had the attended a house concert in Oak Park Ca of two very refined women I had the blessing of growing up with in Tucson and Kenny was there to play and sing solo between the Sisters Morales set the entire evening will remain close to my heart and I am sure all oh attended the words have been wrote for the music to play on the way to Heaven!
Mary Bieler
August 21, 2010
My sincere condolences to Kenny's family and friends. May he rest in peace. We remain blessed with his music and memory.
Barbara Lewis
August 21, 2010
'There are no coincidences'and I learn it more everyday. While hearing a Brian Wilson interview on NPR tonite I googled Randy Lewis of LAtimes and saw his article about Kenny...someone I had never known living under my rock. Here in Ventura Zoey's is right down the road..my neighbor's sweetheart was on the same hosptial floor with Kenny..they know many of his friends..Many degrees have brought me to now want to hear all I can of Kenny's music. How truly blessed I am to be on this resurrection road.
Peace and love to you all.
Wendy wdcats
August 21, 2010
Kenny's songs will live in our hearts and minds for generations to come.
Dr. Peter Nordland
August 20, 2010
I was honored to help get Kenny back to Santa Barbara during his last and final bout with TTP. Our music world has lost a fine musician. Dr. Peter Nordland
Peter North
August 20, 2010
It was my pleasure to meet Kenny on Karla's tour to Alberta a few years ago. As well as a fine musician, I learnt what a great human being he was as well. At this time, my thoughts are with his family and friends.
Kathy Brown
August 20, 2010
I am deeply devastated by the passing of Kenny. My heart is heavy with sadness. I saw him with Karla at an intimate venue outside Boston a few years back. He signed my CD and was so sweet and kind. It was a night I will never forget. I was so looking forward to their return. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends during this time of mourning.
God bless,
Kathy Brown
Boston, MA
Michael Higgins
August 20, 2010
What a legacy in music he left behind!! So much talent has crossed his trail. He will be missed
Jodi Siegel
August 20, 2010
I just met Kenny this year when he played along side my old pal Freebo, of which I was the host, at a songwriter showcase in Hermosa Beach, CA. A gentle giant ... was my first impression. And when he played his songs, you could tell they came from a deep place of wisdom and experience. We miss you already Kenny.
L.Z.
August 20, 2010
I was a huge Linda Ronstadt fan back in the 70s and 80s and loved hearing Kenny sing with Linda on many of her songs. I will never forget his work with her on "hasten Down the Wind." He will certainly be missed.
Randy Okins
August 20, 2010
It's just unbelievable that within the span of one week we lost two of my musical heroes, Richie Hayward of Little Feat and now Kenny Edwards. I've had the pleasure of seeing and hearing Kenny perform many times since the 70's and did meet Kenny briefly a couple of times while on tour with Karla. He and his talent will be greatly missed.
Jim Sturgis
August 20, 2010
Thanks Kenny! See ya down the resurrection road. I know I'll be saying "That's Kenny!" for years to come as I realize how you were humbly there for so many of our favorite musicians and shows!
Deedra Hart
August 20, 2010
Gone too soon
Bob Dean
August 20, 2010
We'll miss you Kenny! Rest in Peace..
Stephanie and Richard
August 20, 2010
It was such a pleasure to know Kenny and appreciate his music. His words will live in our hearts forever. Our deepest sympathy to his mother, Carol and the friends who shared their lives and love of music with him.
Rest in peace, Kenny.
Jim Pertierra
August 20, 2010
A great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his friends.
Best/Jim
Patty Gulugian
August 20, 2010
I am saddened to hear Kenny passed away. I "met" him by reading about his contributions to Rondstadt (& Waldman & Bonoff) back in the 70s & soon after when Karla came out w/ her own albums. He & his music & his contributions to making others sound good will be missed.
Janet Williamson
August 20, 2010
Just happened to see the obit in the LA Times. I knew Kenny around 1964 and always loved his music. My best to his family and friends.
Bernie Chiaravalle
August 20, 2010
Kenny and Karla opened a show at Humphries in San Diego for us (Michael McDonald) in 2002. I love love Karla's music of course but the combo of her and Kenny was just amazing. I was struck right away by his musical versatility and how well he complimented Karla's songs. I met both him and Karla and they were both fantastic people. I'm honored to have met and heard Kenny. God Bless him and his family and friends. Bernie Chiaravalle
Martha (Gold) Carr
August 20, 2010
I remember Kenny as a gentle soul and a fabulous musician. Always kind, always positive. Condolences to his family and friends, especially Karla - I know you were his lifelong friend. Martha Carr (Andrew Gold's sister.)
Lora Stogner
August 20, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about Kenny's death. Boy, as an outsider, it seemed to be diagnosed and death happened so fast. I truly enjoyed his music and Resurrection Road is fabulous. I hope he realized his impact on today's music and what a great influence he was on Miss R's career.
Kenny will be missed, I'm sure, in his circle of friends and family; but as an outsider like me, he will also be missed.
May he rest in peace and God Bless Kenny.
Roger Anderson
August 20, 2010
Fair Winds.....the music and memories live on....
P Brown
August 20, 2010
God Bless Kenny!
May his music live on....
Narelle Dawson
August 20, 2010
I was so saddened to hear about Kenny's passing. I have been a fan for many years spanning back to the 70's. I live in Australia and I wish I had been able to see Kenny perform in person, but his music will live on and inspire many more people for many more years. I send all my warmest wishes and thoughts to Kenny's family and friends.
Bethany Kientzel
August 20, 2010
There are many waiting with open arms to welcome him to the other side.
Mike in Glendale AZ
August 20, 2010
So sad to hear of Kenny's passing. I am grateful for the gift he gave of sharing his talents!
Neil Chapman
August 20, 2010
Iam deeply saddened by the death of Kenny. I have been a fan of his music, both individually and as part of Bryndle for a long time. I wish to pass on my condolences to his family, friends and all of his followers who I feel will miss him dearly. RIP Kenny.
Vicky and John Pickering (of The Picks)
August 20, 2010
We send our sympathy to family and friends of Kenny. We pray that God will comfort you.
Tom
August 20, 2010
I saw Kenny and Karla in Boone NC 6 weeks ago...what a show and what a wonderful musician and singer. He will be missed...and remembered!
Steve Powers
August 20, 2010
I was lucky to see Kenny perform with Bryndle and with Karla many times over the years and will miss his amazing talent! Rest in peace my friend. (He's got to be jamming with angels right now!) Peace
Bruce
August 20, 2010
I never met Kenny. But I saw him perform with Karla Bonoff twice near Washington, DC, and I've spent many hours listening to their music.
Kenny was an outstanding musician. His guitar playing was precise and passionate. And while I don't know how much to credit him versus Karla B., several of the songs they created together are as powerful and moving as popular music gets.
Sadly, it's too late to express my appreciation to Kenny. But to all of you who had anything to do with Kenny's life and his work -- thank you. Directly or indirectly, you have made my life better. And, now, sadder.
Carole Fisher
August 20, 2010
Goodbye my friend. Only knew you through your music & tours, but you were a great soul. Condolences to your family & friends. Carrie F. Marietta, Ga.
Marty Traxler
August 20, 2010
A major loss to us all. But Kenny has left us a lasting and amazing music legacy. God bless.
Jim Magdefrau
August 20, 2010
I met him when he was touring with Karla a few years ago in Iowa. He was a rare musician who sounded great on his own, plus had the gift of making others sound better.
Chris Moore
August 20, 2010
I'm at a loss for words. Such a kind and gentle soul, blessed with such writing and playing talent. We'll miss you, Kenny. Our condolences to the many who's empty hearts ache at your leaving. But thank you so much for the wonderful songs you've left behind.
Teri Murashige
August 20, 2010
My heart goes out to the friends and family of Kenny. I will miss him dearly. I've always admired his talent. I first learned of Kenny back in the 70's when he was in Linda Ronstadt's band. I've followed his career from there on and enjoyed his musicianship greatly. The music world has truly lost a great talent. I luv you Kenny!
Gary Benson
August 20, 2010
I heard Bryndle March 10, 2007 in Kirkland, WA.; after the show I went to the stage and took the set list piece of paper for Kenny and Karla to sign...the concert staff were giving me a hard time about it and Kenny said, no problem, we'll sign it. A gentle act of kindness that I'll remember to this day...thank you for the wonderful music you gave in this life...
Jeb
August 20, 2010
Rest in Peace. You will live on in the hearts of all those you've touched with your music and your kindness. My heart aches for your family and friends. Thank you dear Kenny - Thank you so much.
Jessy
August 20, 2010
Wow! I can NOT believe this!! Rest in peace Kenny your music will live forever in our hearts..I am so glad I saw you in concert at least 3 times over the years and got to say how I enjoyed your music..you will be missed..
-Jessy
Dana Walling
August 20, 2010
My heart is broken. While Kenny may not have been a household name,he was the rock that caused so many wonderful ripples, the light that shined on the public stars, the foundation that held up the house of the singers, songwriters and musicians I cut my teeth on. Thank you for bringing such comfort and joy into my life.
Dan Jurich
August 20, 2010
The first time I heard Bryndle was on July 24, 1996 and was very fortunate to see them again at Russ & Julie's House Concert. I had the pleasure to talk to Kenny for a few minutes in the kitchen and was amazed at what a down to earth person he was. I am sorry to hear that he passed away. My condolences to his family and extended family. He & his music touched so many lives. Memory Eternal.
Jim Barlow
August 20, 2010
My heart hurts and I've shed some tears. Kenny, you will be missed. I have spent many hours listening to Byndle CDs. To your family and musician friends, be well.
John Schaper
August 20, 2010
Kenny was one of the rocks on which our generations music was built. He will be missed. Vaya con Dios. The dream goes on.
Cathy Wilson
August 20, 2010
Kenny-you are loved and missed so much!! Your music and talent meant so much to me! Rest In Peace!
ian zalewski
August 20, 2010
vaya con pizza kenny...
vaya con pizza,
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