BIG MAN 1942-2011
Clarence Clemons has died, six days after suffering a stroke. Born in Norfolk, Va., Clemons' father bought him an alto saxophone at the age of 9. In 1962 he moved to Newark and took a job at the state training school for boys in Jamesburg. According to Jersey shore music legend, Clemons was playing a gig at the Wonder Bar in Asbury Park in September of 1971 when he decided between sets to go to the nearby Student Prince, where Bruce Springsteen was performing. Clemons was the sax player for the E Street Band from its inception until his passing. The Big Man was bigger than life, a friend to everyone who knew him, and we miss him so very much.
PONY OPEN AT NOON SUNDAY TO REMEMBER CLARENCE
The Stone Pony family is deeply saddened by the passing of Clarence Clemons. Clarence will always be our friend, brother and a beloved founding father of Asbury Park's historic musical heritage. The Pony will open at noon on Sun., June 19 for fans to share their thoughts and reflect on memories as the "Sounds of Asbury Park" are played through our concert sound system. God bless Clarence Clemons.