Jon Dee Graham: Austin Music Legend Passes

0:00It's March 30, music news today starts now, AI powered and ready to play, I'm Cory with the story. John D. Graham, the Austin music legend, passed away this week at home from a tragic fall. His family shared that he died instantly while letting the dog out, according to the medical examiner who confirmed it with just the CT scan. His body had been through a lot lately, with four spinal surgeries in the year leading up to this. That strain likely played a role, but the fall was the direct cause. Fans and loved ones are mourning deeply, remembering him for his killer guitar work with bands like The Skunks and The True Believers back in the 70s and 80s. He dropped tin solo albums, collabed with heavy hitters like John Hyatt, and got inducted into the Austin music hall of fame three times. The family noted a touching moment right after, flocks of cardinals, his favorite birds, showed up chirping his EMS tried to revive him, like a sign, from above. They're asking for space to grieve before sharing memorial details.

1:00In a tough year for country and roots music, with other stars lost in 2026, Graham's humor, kindness, and riffs leave a lasting echo.