Today is Shannon Hoon's birthday. He would be 42 today. (Wow, I never realized he would have been that old).



In honor of him and the band, I've been listening to solely Blind Melon today. I have discovered a lot of very rare tracks by them.

Right now there is a three day vigil going on at Shannon's gravesite. They have it every year in Dayton, Indiana. Fans from all over come and visit his grave, putting flowers and artwork on it, lighting up, hanging out, and just celebrating his life.



"I know we can't all stay here forever
So, I'll write my words on the face of today
And they'll paint it."

So, in memory of the great late Shannon Hoon, here are a few rare songs: