Greg “Fingers” Taylor Passes Away
November 24th, 2023
The man whose harmonica playing was heard on many of Jimmy Buffett’s most famous songs in the 70’s and 80’s has passed away. Greg “Fingers” Taylor died Thanksgiving day at the age of 71.
Buffett and Taylor met at the University of Southern Mississippi in 1970. When Buffett formed the Coral Reefer Band, Taylor joined and played with Jimmy for 30 years.
Mac McAnally shared a tribute on Twitter:
— Mac McAnally (@macmcanally) November 24, 2023
The Margarillas shared a link to “Wonder Why We Ever Go Home” from the 1978 live album ‘You Had to Be There’ which showcases Fingers’ beautiful harmonica playing:
This song. Every time. Sail on Fingers. Thank you. 🦈⬆️https://t.co/65NRWXdOim https://t.co/RvKGlOJgGd
— Margarillas (@Margarillas) November 24, 2023
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