He Set The Scene: Arthur Lee, Five Years On

The most shocking thing about Arthur Lee’s death on August 4, 2006 was probably that he lived that long. Dunno what we mean? Well, a nice start would be to check out John Einarson’s exemplary bio Forever Changes: Arthur Lee and the Book of Love. And definitely see Love Story. And if you’ve never heard Love’s Forever Changes? Then stop reading this shit right now and go buy or stream or download it post haste, as it is one of the five greatest albums ever made.

But yeah… Arthur, you are missed. You were truly a singular – and brilliant, and absolutely batshit – talent and an absolute character.

Here’s a whole lotta Love: