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music-news1 year ago

Alice Brock, Muse of 'Alice's Restaurant,' Passes Away at 83

Alice Brock, the inspiration behind Arlo Guthrie's iconic song "Alice's Restaurant Massacree," has passed away at 83. Brock's Massachusetts eatery and her friendship with Guthrie led to the creation of the song, which became a cultural staple and protest anthem. The song recounts a Thanksgiving incident in 1965 that resulted in Guthrie's arrest for illegal dumping, ultimately helping him avoid the Vietnam War draft. Brock's legacy includes a memoir and collaborations with Guthrie, and she was planning an exhibit at the Guthrie Center before her death.

obituary1 year ago

Alice Brock, Muse of 'Alice's Restaurant,' Passes Away at 83

Alice Brock, the Massachusetts restaurant owner immortalized in Arlo Guthrie's 1967 song "Alice's Restaurant," has died at 83 from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Known for the antiwar song that became a Thanksgiving classic, Brock's restaurant and her role in Guthrie's life brought her unexpected fame. Despite initial discomfort with her public persona, she embraced her legacy over time. Brock later pursued painting and authored several books, including "The Alice's Restaurant Cookbook." Guthrie paid tribute to her, recalling their friendship and shared memories.

obituary1 year ago

Alice Brock, Muse of 'Alice's Restaurant,' Passes Away at 83

Alice Brock, the restaurant owner who inspired Arlo Guthrie's famous folk song "Alice's Restaurant," has passed away at the age of 83. Her establishment became iconic after being immortalized in Guthrie's 1967 song, which humorously recounted a Thanksgiving dinner and subsequent events. Brock's life and restaurant became a symbol of the 1960s counterculture movement.

music1 year ago

Alice Brock, Muse of 'Alice's Restaurant,' Passes Away at 83

Alice Brock, the inspiration behind Arlo Guthrie's iconic song "Alice's Restaurant Massacree," has passed away at 83. Guthrie announced her death, noting it will be the first Thanksgiving without her. Brock, a lifelong rebel and former restaurant owner, was immortalized in Guthrie's 18-minute talking blues song that became a protest classic and holiday favorite. The song recounts Guthrie's arrest for illegal dumping on Thanksgiving 1965, which led to his draft ineligibility during the Vietnam War. Brock's life and legacy were celebrated in various media, including a memoir and a children's book.