RIP Roky Erikson (13th Floor Elevators) dead at 71

[cjefferys]

It's really sad hearing this. A very creative songwriter and the 13th Floor Elevators was a groundbreaking psychedelic rock (the first band to call themselves this and I believe the band that coined the phrase) and garage rock band. The poor guy went through a lot of problems though, the documentary about him, "You're Gonna Miss Me" is fascinating but very depressing. RIP Roky.

EDIT: Dammit, I spelled his last name wrong in my thread title, should be "Erickson". If someone could fix I'd appreciate it. I'm slapping myself in the head now...

[Brazoo]

I was sadded by this as well. He had a fascinating and tough road.

[SeattleEd]

Sad news. Helped create and influence future Texas psychedelic artists and scene. There was a festival held in his honor a while back and he played along with The Black Angels. Wish I could have attended. RIP Roky.