Dave Mason, co-founder of Traffic known for ‘We Just Disagree’ and ‘Feelin’ Alright,’ dies at 79
Summary
Dave Mason, co-founder of the British band Traffic and writer of classic rock songs like "Feelin’ Alright," died at age 79 in Nevada. He was known for his role in the band and his solo music career, and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.Key Facts
- Dave Mason was born on May 10, 1946, in Worcester, England.
- He co-founded the psychedelic band Traffic in 1967.
- Mason wrote hit songs including "Feelin’ Alright" and "Hole in My Shoe."
- He had a solo career with multiple gold and platinum albums.
- Mason contributed to albums by famous artists like The Rolling Stones, George Harrison, and Jimi Hendrix.
- He was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2004 for his work with Traffic.
- Mason died at his home in Gardnerville, Nevada, with no cause of death announced yet.
- He had retired from touring in 2023 due to health issues related to an infection.
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