Just heard about this on the radio… literally, just at this moment. I thought maybe I’d misunderstood. Double-checked by Googling the story.

All true.

How strange is it that I actually called him just yesterday with an idea I had, wanting his feedback. I left a voicemail on his home answering machine, not knowing.

Loss for words.

An iconic talent who by luck became my neighbor (or I, his) and by grace, became my friend.

Deeply sad. Also deeply blessed that I had a chance to know him.

Thank you Artie for your ever-bright support and wisdom. And of course, your music.

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