Our Founder

What can be said about Marmaduke that hasn't already been said. Simply put, he is The New Riders of the Purple Sage.  Great songwriter, great singer, leader of the band.  Unfortunately his many health issues will probably mean The High Times Doobie Awards show was the last time we'll see him perform.  I had the pleasure only three times, I can only find evidence of the band playing San Diego once in 71 w/ The Dead, and three shows in 74.  These were the three I saw live, during the Skip Battin era.  Fantastic shows, 3/8/74 my buddies and I were 6" off the stage between Duke and Battin, close enough to speak between songs. This was a venue that held maybe 300.  I would have liked to see some of the other incarnations but I treasure the memories of these very special times of my life. Lets all keep John in our prayers, maybe we can see him perform again.

TOP: Calderone Concert Hall 6/25/76 

BOTTOM:  The High Times Doobie Awards 2002 where the

guys accepted the Lifetime Achievment award.  BB King's NYC.

Dave Torbert's widow Patti accepted his award.

8:26 PM - Sep. 24, 2005 - comments {2} - post comment
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Marmaduke- Mr NRPS-McDuke-JOHN COLLINS DAWSON!

GREAT singer, GREAT songwriter- made the riders what they were... THE BEST! Really knew how to put words to music, and really knew how to sing a song! Hope he can get healthy enough to come back for the next RIDERS REUNION! Hey McDuke, hang in there, you can do it! -Rick B again

Anonymous - 9:07 PM - Sep. 24, 2005

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this is MARK. the internet is an awesome tool to be able to get in touch with the ones that has been in your life most of our lives. sorry to hear about john. I've seen the new riders many times starting in 1972. I am a big fan also I have a picture of me and john together.we had drinks, talked, and I think he is a wonderful person. blessed me with all his wonderful singing and songwriting. I definitely will keep in touch. I think this site is what I needed. Thanx, MARK

Anonymous - 12:27 PM - May. 21, 2006

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