Moderators dtel Posted September 13, 2014 Moderators Share Posted September 13, 2014 (edited) I watched a documentary on him a while back and then read this in the news last night. He never played an instrument but was one of the people responsible for much of the music. http://www.nola.com/music/index.ssf/2014/09/cosimo_matassa_new_orleans_rec.html#incart_most-comments In recent years, Mr. Matassa received national recognition for his contributions to the development of rock 'n' roll and recording techniques. The Recording Academy honored him with its prestigious Trustees Award in 2007. In 2012, he was inducted into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame as a non-performer. "He played an essential role in the birth of rock and roll," said Dr. Lauren Onkey, the vice president of education and public programs for the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland. "The songs he recorded revolutionized our music and our culture. He was a generous soul who had an incredible impact." "And for someone who didn't play an instrument, he had a keen ear. He knew when it didn't sound right." In 2012, Mr. Matassa explained his recording philosophy to the Huffington Post. "I wanted to be a just conduit of what that performance was – a performance frozen in time, if you will. So if you didn't know I was there, I did my job." Edited September 13, 2014 by dtel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxx Posted September 13, 2014 Share Posted September 13, 2014 Sad news indeed... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Rest in peace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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