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Hilly Kristal RIP.

August 30th, 2007 by Crossfire

Hilly Kristal, the founder of CBGC has died this week.

The man behind the legendary venue that spawned the likes of the Ramones, Patti Smith, Blondie, the Talking Heads and Television died due to complications from lung cancer.

Many musicians have paid tribute to him and contributions are being asked to go to the American Cancer Society or Hilly Kristal Foundation for Musicians and Artists.

RIP.

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