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James Capaldi (2 August 1944 – 28 January 2005) was an English singer-songwriter and drummer. His musical career spanned more than four decades. He co-founded the psychedelic rock band Traffic in 1967 with Steve Winwood with whom he co-wrote the majority of the band's material. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a part of Traffic's original line-up in 2004.
Capaldi also performed with Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Alvin Lee, Cat Stevens and wrote lyrics for other artists, such as "Love Will Keep Us Alive" for the Eagles and "This is Reggae Music" for Zap Pow. As a solo artist he scored more than a half dozen chart hits in various countries, the best-known being "That's Love" as well as his cover of "Love Hurts".
Jim Capaldi
In September 1974, Traffic released When the Eagle Flies.
The album featured Jim Capaldi, Steve Winwood, Chris Wood and Rosko Gee, with Jim returning to the drum kit as well as contributing percussion, keyboards and vocals.
Its seven tracks included “Something New”, “Walking in the Wind”, “Memories of a Rock ’N’ Rolla” and the title song.
Which track speaks most strongly to you?
Listen here:
lnk.to/Traffic-Flies
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Released 58 years ago today, Traffic’s self-titled second album captured the band at a wonderfully restless and inventive point.
Its songs moved between rock, folk, psychedelia, soul and jazz, with Jim Capaldi’s drumming, vocals and writing running through the record.
Jim co-wrote songs including “Pearly Queen”, “Who Knows What Tomorrow May Bring”, “40,000 Headmen” and “No Time to Live”.
Which track would you play first today?
Listen Now - lnk.to/Traffic-Traffic
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A great lyric can reveal something new when it is read away from the music.
The Lyrics section of Jim’s official website brings together words from his solo career and his years with Traffic, including “Dear Mr. Fantasy”, “Old Photographs”, “40,000 Headmen”, “Paper Sun” and “The Low Spark of High Heeled Boys”.
Take a little time to explore Jim’s writing, then return to the song and listen again.
Which of Jim’s lyrics has stayed with you most strongly?
www.jimcapaldi.com/lyrics
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Released 55 years ago today, Welcome to the Canteen captured an expanded Traffic line-up in full flight.
The album brought together performances recorded at Fairfield Halls in Croydon and a benefit concert for Oz magazine in London.
Jim Capaldi can be heard on vocals, tambourine and percussion, with live versions of “Medicated Goo”, “40,000 Headmen”, “Dear Mr. Fantasy” and “Gimme Some Lovin’” among the six tracks.
Which performance do you return to most often?
Listen here:
lnk.to/Traffic-Canteen
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Coming Friday 4 September.
Dear Mr Fantasy: A Celebration for Jim Capaldi will be available digitally, bringing an extraordinary night of music to audiences around the world.
Filmed at London’s Roundhouse in January 2007, the concert brought together Jim’s family, friends and fellow musicians to celebrate his life and songs.
Steve Winwood, Paul Weller, Pete Townshend, Joe Walsh, Yusuf / Cat Stevens, Gary Moore, Bill Wyman, Jon Lord and many others performed music from Jim’s solo career and his years with Traffic.
Watch the official trailer today, then join us on Friday for the digital release.
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The official lyric video for Jim Capaldi’s “Old Photographs” has recently passed five million views.
Thank you to every fan who has watched, shared, commented and returned to the song.
If you have not seen it recently, watch the lyric video here:
https://youtu.be/O7i-dLg36aQ
What does “Old Photographs” mean to you?
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“It’s All Up to You” reached its UK chart peak of number 27 on 17 August 1974.
Where would you place it in a playlist introducing somebody to Jim’s solo career: opening track, centrepiece or closing song?
Listen Now on YouTube:
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Today we are listening closely to Jim Capaldi’s drumming on “Empty Pages”.
Recorded for Traffic’s 1970 album John Barleycorn Must Die, the track was written by Jim and Steve Winwood.
Steve provided the lead vocal, bass, electric piano and organ, with Chris Wood also contributing organ. Beneath it all, Jim’s drums and percussion give the recording its movement and distinctive sense of space.
It is a performance built around feel rather than excess. Jim allows the rhythm to breathe, supporting the keyboards and vocal while quietly driving the entire track forward.
Listen again with the drums at the centre - https://youtu.be/5ycyIkcX7zU?si=2E1Lp...
What do you notice about Jim’s playing when you focus on his contribution?
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On Sunday 2 August, what would have been Jim Capaldi’s 82nd birthday, family and friends gathered at his former home in Marlow for the unveiling of a Heritage Plaque in his honour.
Installed by The Marlow Society, the plaque marks the home where Jim lived from 1971 until his passing in 2005. It honours him as a musician, lyricist and co-founder of Traffic, while recognising his lasting place in the history of the town.
Jim’s wife Aninha and their daughters Tabitha and Tallulah were joined by guests including Steve Winwood, Muff Winwood, Olivia Harrison, Bob Harris, Paul ‘Wix’ Wickens, Margo Buchanan and the Mayor of Marlow, Councillor Jenny Simnett.
Speaking about the tribute, Aninha said:
“This plaque means so much to me, and to our family, because it ensures that Jim’s spirit remains right here in the heart of the town he loved.”
Thank you to The Marlow Society, everyone who helped make the plaque possible and all those who joined Jim’s family for this special occasion.
A larger selection of photographs from the unveiling can be viewed in the Gallery on Jim’s official website:
www.jimcapaldi.com/legacy
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Thank you to everyone who joined us in remembering Jim on his birthday.
Every song choice, photograph and personal story helps show the many different ways Jim’s music continues to connect with people.
Some discovered him through Traffic. Others began with a solo album, a live performance or a song passed down by somebody close to them.
If you have not already shared your story, we would still love to hear it.
Which Jim Capaldi recording has been part of your life the longest?
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