Altadena pop music historian and troubador Ian Whitcomb has suffered a stroke, according to his Facebook page. His friend Bob Tarte writes:
My friend Ian Whitcomb suffered a massive stroke a week ago. He’s well on the road to recovery, but he would love getting cards from one an all who listen to his podcasts and Sirius radio shows about the history of popular music. And also people like me who remember when he was part of the British invasion with the quirky hit song “You Turn Me On.” Ian has written several books about 20th century pop music, and in the short time I’ve had an email correspondence with him, I’ve felt exceptionally blessed. We’ve been reading each other’s books. If anyone can spare a moment and a get well card, his wife Regina asks that you mail them to him at PO Box 451, Altadena, CA. 91001. THANKS SO MUCH.
by Timothy Rutt