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Fraser Lewry

"His songwriting, musicianship and distinctive spirit helped create music that has lasted far beyond its era." Steve Winwood pays tribute to fellow Traffic founder Dave Mason

Steve Winwood and Dave Mason of Traffic rehearsing at The Fairfield Hall, Croydon, South London in preparation for a recorded concert for their Welcome To The Canteen album on the 6th June 1971.

Steve Winwood has paid tribute to fellow Traffic co-founder Dave Mason, whose death at the age of 79 was announced yesterday.

“We were deeply saddened to hear of Dave Mason’s passing," says Winwood. "Dave was part of Traffic during its earliest chapter and played an important role in shaping the band’s sound and identity during that time. His songwriting, musicianship and distinctive spirit helped create music that has lasted far beyond its era, and continues to mean so much to listeners around the world.

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