2 nights with Lester Butler’s 13 in 1997

In 1997, Lester Butler underwent significant changes as he debuted a new band in Lexington, Kentucky, and Bloomington, Indiana. The performances showcased a leaner band and sound, and we were there to bear witness.

Lester Butler memorials 1998

Not long after Lester Butler died in May 1998, I received a package from Enrico Crivellaro, who was Butler’s touring guitarist in 13 in 1997. We had kept in touch after meeting in Kentucky and Indiana, and now he had sent along a memorial flier for Butler, along with a prayer card and short biographyContinue reading “Lester Butler memorials 1998”