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Ronald Charles „Pigpen“ McKernan (* 8. September 1945 in San Bruno, Kalifornien; † vermutlich 8. März 1973 in Corte Madera, Kalifornien) war ein US-amerikanischer Musiker und Keyboarder, Organist und Mundharmonikaspieler der Rockgruppe Grateful Dead. Leben. McKernan gehörte zu den Gründungsmitgliedern der Band.
Ronald Charles McKernan (September 8, 1945 – March 8, 1973), known as Pigpen, was an American musician. He was a founding member of the San Francisco band the Grateful Dead and played in the group from 1965 to 1972.
- Pigpen, Blue Ron
- September 8, 1945, San Bruno, California, U.S.
- Ronald Charles McKernan
- Palo Alto, California, U.S.
12. Okt. 2023 · Ron 'Pigpen' McKernan was a founding member and vocalist of the Grateful Dead, known for his blues-based style and Hammond organ. He died at 27 in 1973 from a rare autoimmune disease, after leaving the band due to health issues and alcoholism.
12. Apr. 1973 · Ron McKernan, also known as Pigpen, was a founding member of the Grateful Dead and a blues and gospel musician. He died of cirrhosis in 1973 at age 27, leaving behind a tape of his last songs.
Learn about Ron McKernan, the first front man of the Grateful Dead, who played harmonica, keyboards and sang blues. Find out his nickname, his musical influences, his songs and his tragic death.
Ronald Charles „Pigpen“ McKernan (* 8. September 1945 in San Bruno, Kalifornien; † vermutlich 8. März 1973 in Corte Madera, Kalifornien) war ein US-amerikanischer Musiker und Keyboarder, Organist und Mundharmonikaspieler der Rockgruppe Grateful Dead. Grabstein von Ron McKernan. Leben. McKernan gehörte zu den Gründungsmitgliedern der Band.
8. Sept. 2021 · Learn about the founding member and harmonica player of The Grateful Dead, who influenced the band's blues, R&B and garage rock roots. Discover his 12 greatest songs, from 'Smokestack Lightning' to 'Mr. Charlie', and how he shaped the band's sound and culture.
