Danny Federici: Thanks for the Memories
Many times we use the word arguably but here there’s no argument; Danny Federici was the greatest Hammond player that I ever heard. The sounds that ring out so loud on Rock and Roll Royalty like Born to Run can also be heard on many tracks over the past 30 years. From Lone Justice to John Mellencamp, Danny shaped a unique sound that was born from the E Street Band but created by Flemington, New Jersey’s favorite son.
Over the years, Federici produced two solo albums but he will always be best known as one of the pillar strengths of the E Street band.
In 1995, I had the pleasure of meeting Danny in a small club in New York. Unassuming and humble. Roy, Gary and Max were also there but it was Danny who I was drawn to and we chatted about some of the sounds that he created over the years.
Rest in peace Danny and thanks for the memories.
