Garth Hudson, Last Surviving Member of The Band, Dies at 87

The multi-instrumentalist and organ virtuoso, known for shaping The Band's iconic sound, passed away in Woodstock, New York.

Garth Hudson, the keyboardist and multi-instrumentalist of The Band, died peacefully in a nursing home in Woodstock, New York, at the age of 87.
Hudson was celebrated for his innovative use of the Lowrey organ and his contributions to The Band's Americana sound, featured in classics like 'The Weight' and 'Chest Fever.'
He was instrumental in recording Bob Dylan's 'The Basement Tapes' and played a key role in shaping the roots-rock genre alongside his bandmates.
The Band, inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1994, was known for blending folk, blues, country, and rock influences to create timeless music.
Hudson's later years were marked by financial struggles and health issues, but his legacy as a musical genius and pioneer remains enduring.