MC5 Co-Founder and Guitarist Wayne Kramer Dies at 75
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Wayne Kramer, co-founder of punk band MC5, passed away at 75. Known for his gruff guitar sound and left-wing socio-political radicalism, Kramer's influence extended beyond music, with his tireless acts of service and advocacy for prison reform. His legacy includes founding @jailguitardoorsusa, which provides music programs in prisons. Kramer's career spanned from the early days with MC5 to a successful solo career, film and television scoring, and social activism, leaving a lasting impact on the music industry and beyond.
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