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Danko On The Loose! Rick Danko emerges as a solo artist after years with The Band

Radio Pete, Rocket, July 1978

Danko's on his own now with his own backup band, but he used to be an integral part of The Band since their beginning. Danko's distinctive vocal howl and authoritative bass guitar helped the group chisel their niche as a first-rate ensemble.

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