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Ronald Charles McKernan (September 8, 1945 – March 8, 1973), known as Pigpen, was an American musician. He was a founding member of the San Francisco band the Grateful Dead and played in the group from 1965 to 1972. [2]
Oct 12, 2023 · Like his one-time love interest Janis Joplin, Pigpen died at 27. But unlike Joplin, Pigpen's passing was actually due to congenital biliary cirrhosis, a rare autoimmune disease that is unrelated to alcohol use. McKernan's landlady found his body at his home in Corte Madera, California, on March 8, 1973.
Learn about Ron \"Pigpen\" McKernan, the first front man of the Grateful Dead, who played harmonica, keyboards and sang blues. Find out his biography, songs, photos and more on the official site.
Apr 12, 1973 · The Grateful Dead organist and singer died of cirrhosis in 1973, leaving behind a tape of his last songs. Read a tribute to his life and legacy in this article from Rolling Stone.
A podcast episode about Ron \"Pigpen\" McKernan, the original frontman and keyboardist of the Grateful Dead. Learn about his life, music, legacy and tribute from archival interviews and live performances.
Learn about the early days of Ron \"Pigpen\" McKernan, the harmonica player and singer of the Grateful Dead. Hear archival interviews, family stories, and music from his time in the jug band and the Warlocks.
Mar 8, 2020 · Ron “Pigpen” McKernan, the influential co-founding member of the Grateful Dead, sadly died on this date in 1973. Born in California on September 8, 1945, Pigpen was just 27-years-old when a...
