“I opened the Woodstock Festival even though I was supposed to be fifth. I said, 'What am I doing here? No, no, not me, not first!' I had to go on stage because there was no one else to go on first - the concert was already two-and-a-half hours late.”
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Richie Havens
Richie Havens was an American singer-songwriter known for his unique musical style and live performances. Born on January 21, 1941, he passed away on April 22, 2013. Havens is best known for his iconic performance at the Woodstock Music Festival, where he was invited to take the stage without prior notice, performing for thousands of attendees. more
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