Dave Mason, Songwriter Who Co-Founded Traffic, Dies at 79
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Dave Mason, English singer, songwriter, and guitarist known for hits like “Feelin’ Alright?” and “Only You Know and I Know,” died at age 79 in Gardnerville, Nevada.
- Mason was a founding member of the influential band Traffic and later enjoyed a successful solo career.
- His song “Feelin’ Alright?” became a classic-rock staple and was covered by numerous artists, despite not being an immediate hit.
- He was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2004 for his work with Traffic.
- As a solo artist, Mason earned three gold albums and one platinum album, with his single “We Just Disagree” reaching No. 12 on the Billboard charts in 1977.
