If I were more prepared I would have mentioned something about these two great artists on their birthday.  Most attention is placed on December for obvious reasons, their tragic deaths.  Next year I won’t be lazy, I’ll remember to celebrate instead of blog. 

Today I remember Darrell “Dimebag” Abbott because he was a friendly guy and a majorly cool guitarist.  He played heavy meatal music so some of you might not know of him.  Regardless of musical taste, I am almost positive that if you walked into a room and Dime was sitting alone he would stand up and make you feel welcome; with a Blacktooth Grin.  I haven’t heard anything to disprove this from anyone, not even from the one person in the world who EVER had a problem with Dime.   

Today I also remember John Lennon because he is arguably the best songwriter ever.  He had the conviction to live his dreams and not let his childhood circumstances determine his destiny.  John had the courage to know when it was time for The Beatles to grow up and never look back with regret.  He gave us unforgettable songs that really, really make you believe one person with a song in his heart can not only change, but save the world.

 John promoted what he believed in.

Hey you, you crazy guy, I saw you having fun!

 The Beatles

Good ol’ Dime, how can you not miss this guy?! 

Last photo of John, 12/8/80 

Dime doing what he loved. 

Has a better song been recorded? 

Far Beyond Driven… 

John and his Casino. 

Dime and his axe.

I hope you have your own heroes for whatever it is you love to do.  Life is better for having music, these two guys made great music for us all. 

Adrian