I was sad to get a phone call the other morning from buddy Hal, saying that Willie Pooch had died. Although Willie never graced the stage of Infernofest; his good pal, Dave Workman, has been a staple at Infernofest and thru Dave I got to hear Willie quite a few times over the past 10 years. Dave and Willie played off and on together for decades and most times that Dave would fly home there would be a gig or two with Mr. Pooch.
Willie had diabetes and last I saw and heard him was at a benefit held for him not that many months ago. I will post some photos of Willie over the years and next time you hear some great blues, tip your glass to the memory of Willie Pooch!
Benefit for Willie Pooch
Mohican Blues Fest 2006 with Willie Pooch
Dave Workman, Willie Pooch and Ric Collura
