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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".
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Here’s a clip from the official “Living on the Edge” music video.
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What should we share next: Fierce Heart-era, live performances, or a solo deep cut?
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From the BBC vault: “Love Hurts” — Jim Capaldi, Old Grey Whistle Test (30 Mar 1976).
A UK #4 single, but live it cuts even deeper.
What’s the moment in this performance that gets you?
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Jim’s family is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Dave Mason.
Dave was an important part of a remarkable musical chapter, and his contribution to Traffic helped create a body of work that continues to mean so much to people all over the world. His songwriting, musicianship and unmistakable spirit helped shape songs and records that have stood the test of time.
To Jim, Dave was part of the story from the very beginning — one of a small group of artists who came together to make something original, adventurous and lasting. That music still resonates today, and Dave’s place within it will always be remembered.
At this sad time, we are thinking of Dave’s family, friends and all those who loved him and his music.
His legacy will live on through the songs, the recordings, and the inspiration he gave to so many.
With love and respect.
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Jim Capaldi was a major part of what made Traffic, Traffic — the groove, the lift, and so much of the lyrical world-building.
There’s a Traffic – Live playlist now on the band’s official YouTube channel — perfect for getting lost in the long versions - www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
What’s the one live cut you always go back to?
#Traffic #JimCapaldi #LiveMusic
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We’re posting the back-cover photo from Let The Thunder Cry (1981) — and pairing it with a line from “Dreams Do Come True”:
“You gotta have a little bit of faith.” ✨
One reason this track really works is the extra shading in the arrangement — Mel Collins (sax) and Martin Drover (trumpet) bring that soulful lift, while Jim’s delivery keeps it grounded.
Where does “Dreams Do Come True” sit for you on the album — and what’s your go-to track from Let The Thunder Cry?
Listen to the album here: lnk.to/JimCapaldi-thunder
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Digging into the BBC vaults today: Jim performing “Short Cut Draw Blood” on The Old Grey Whistle Test (18 Nov 1975). 
If you could programme a full “Jim on OGWT” hour, what other clip has to be in there?
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Jim Capaldi live in 1980 performing “Hold On To Your Love”
A powerful moment from his Electric Nights era — soulful, heartfelt and full of that unmistakable Capaldi energy.
Watch the full performance here:
👉 https://youtu.be/cUGpCy6sOrw
#JimCapaldi #ElectricNights #ClassicRock #LiveMusic #Traffic
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"I'm walking in the wind looking at the sky"
Jim Capaldi had a rare way of capturing life’s journey in just a few words. His lyrics often reflected experience, reflection and an understanding that meaning comes from the path already travelled.
As we remember Jim, lines like this still resonate, reminding us of the depth, honesty and humanity in his songwriting.
His music lives on.
#JimCapaldi #WalkingInTheWind #Songwriter #MusicLegacy #RememberingJim
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As the year comes to a close, many of us find ourselves looking back through old photographs — moments captured, memories revisited, stories remembered.
Jim Capaldi captured that feeling beautifully in Old Photographs, a song about reflection, time, and the quiet power of memory. It feels especially fitting as we pause, look back on the year just gone, and think about the journeys that have shaped us.
As we turn the page and step into a new year, we’d like to wish everyone a happy, healthy and peaceful New Year. Thank you for continuing to celebrate Jim’s music, words and legacy with us.
Here’s to the memories we carry — and the ones still to come.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7i-d...
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Today we’re shining a light on “I’ve Been Changing”, one of the most reflective tracks on Jim Capaldi’s final studio album, Poor Boy Blue (2004).
Written by Jim himself, the song feels like a late-career statement — looking back, taking stock, and acknowledging how much life can shape a person. Musically, it has that warm, melodic feel that runs through the whole record, but the lyric gives it an extra emotional weight.
If you only know the title track or “Scream It To The Dark”, “I’ve Been Changing” is a powerful place to go next.
🎧 Explore Poor Boy Blue:
👉 lnk.to/JimCapaldi-blue
#JimCapaldi #PoorBoyBlue #IveBeenChanging #DeepCut #Songwriter #ClassicRock
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