Leslie West...

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....had his lower right leg amputated today. Results from being diabetic. I'm sure he could use some prayers & good thoughts sent his way.

He just finished a new album, "The Unusual Suspects" with guests Billy Gibbons, Slash, Zakk Wylde, Joe Bonamassa, and Steve Lukather. He was a huge influence on my playing in the '70's, a real hero. I'm just gutted to hear the news.

 

[otaypanky]

I heard that today, what a life changer. I hope he comes back as strong as ever. I think Leslie may have had some rough years. He's certainly a monster player. I still remember when I was a kid in high school he played with Mountain in our high school gym, under the backboard. I think my ears rang until my second year in college
Prayers and mojo sent your way Leslie