Ronnie Hawkins, a key figure in Canadian rock and a mentor to The Band, has died at the age of 87
Ronnie Hawkins, known to some as “the father of Canadian rock ‘n’ roll,” died Sunday morning. He was 87 years old. Hawkins’ wife, Wanda, confirmed his death after an undisclosed illness. A native of Arkansas, Hawkins was known to have an eye for talent and was credited with inspiring much of the Canadian rock ‘n’ …