During the 70's and 80's I was obsessed with the band Oregon and Ralph Towner, their guitarists. In fact the whole world that sprang up around the Paul Winter Consort and the ECM label were always on my turntable.
Guess I'll pull my old Oregon records out today and give honor to one of our greatest musicians who forged a truely unique path.
RIP Ralph Towner
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RIP Ralph Towner
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Re: RIP Ralph Towner
Agreed. After a youth of bluegrass my first college roommate had Oregon albums that were truly eye-opening (along with Tom Waits's Nighthawks at the Diner). Great player, great tone and command of the instrument.Bill McCloskey wrote: 19 Jan 2026 7:10 am During the 70's and 80's I was obsessed with the band Oregon and Ralph Towner, their guitarists. In fact the whole world that sprang up around the Paul Winter Consort and the ECM label were always on my turntable.
Guess I'll pull my old Oregon records out today and give honor to one of our greatest musicians who forged a truely unique path.
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