Sadly, Sixto Rodriguez passed away on Aug. 8, 2023, at age 81. But luckily, this Detroit-based cult hero was able to finally get his due in recent years for his remarkable early '70s recordings. Brilliant street-poet lyricism paired with lush, psych-infused folk-rock melodies. R.I.P Sugar Man.
Sadly, Sixto Rodriguez passed away on Aug. 8, 2023, at age 81. But luckily, this Detroit-based cult hero was able to finally get his due in recent years for his remarkable early '70s recordings. Brilliant street-poet lyricism paired with lush, psych-infused folk-rock melodies. R.I.P Sugar Man.