Ed King RIP

[55Redneck]

I heard earlier today that Ed King of Lynyrd Skynyrd has died of cancer. RIP sir, you were a hell of a writer and guitar player.

 

[IPADave]

I just saw that he had passed a few minutes ago. RIP Ed.

 

[SA-708]

RIP Mr. King, who was a member of Strawberry Alarm Clock ("Incense and Peppermints") before he joined Skynyrd.

 

[sfox52]

RIP, Mr. King. Saw the band open for the Who in '73. I didn't know he was a member of Strawberry Alarm Clock before that.

 

[SA-708]

https://www.montgomeryadvertiser.co...skynyrd-guitarist-ed-king-dead-68/1072857002/

"I’ve just found out about Ed’s passing and I’m shocked and saddened," said Rossington in a statement on Thursday morning. "Ed was our brother, and a great songwriter and guitar player. I know he will be reunited with the rest of the boys in Rock and Roll Heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family."

 

[ScramMan2]

RIP Ed.

Anyone ever see the episode of Moonshiners that Ed was on?

 

[Karmices]

Learned of this early this morning. A long time friend, a great guitar and bass player. Probably the funniest guy I've ever met as well. RIP ECK.

 

[noogies]

RIP Mr. King, who was a member of Strawberry Alarm Clock ("Incense and Peppermints") before he joined Skynyrd.

RIP, Mr. King. Saw the band open for the Who in '73. I didn't know he was a member of Strawberry Alarm Clock before that.

I learned this from a pretty good documentary on Showtime the other night, "If I Leave Here Tomorrow" -- lots of old footage, and old interviews juxtaposed with more recent ones. Ed does lose a few points for deserting the band in the middle of a tour after Ronnie teed off on him, but overall his was a great contribution. Good show, catch it if you can.

RIP Ed.

 

[BigElCat]

RIP Ed King

 

[charles64]

I also just heard of Ed King's death at the age of 68. I was always a fan of his playing,as I've been a Lynyrd Skynyrd fan since the stylus first dropped on "I Ain't The One". I saw the "Farewell Tour" recently,and sadly most of our musical heroes are leaving us-if there is a Rock n' Roll Heaven I'm sure he'll be welcomed with open arms....

 

[4-2-7]

Rest In Peace ​

Ed King​

Lynyrd Skynyrd - 1974 Rockpalast - Musikhalle Hamburg Germany Dec.5​

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[onwardjames]

I got to see Ed take the stage with Unknown Hinson about 8 years ago at Nashville's Exit/Inn. T'was great to see the legend pick a tune or two.

RIP, sir.