Script #36 Jonny's Dead Air Podcast Tribute to Dave Mason - A Lifetime of Almosts

He wrote one of the most recognizable songs in rock history.You just might not know his name.In this episode of Dead Air, we tell the story of Dave Mason—the man behind “Feelin’ Alright,” a founding member of Traffic, and a musician who kept showing up at the center of classic rock… without ever staying long enough to claim it.From walking away from success… to watching his songs become famous through other voices… this is the story of a career defined not by one big mistake—but by a lifetime of almosts.And once you hear it…You’ll never hear those songs the same way again.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Written by Jonny HartwellVoiced by Jonny HartwellMusic Credit: Reel World Audio.A iHeart Radio ProductionDISCLAIMER: This podcast contains discussions of sensitive topics...Listener discretion is strongly advised. While the stories you’ll hear are rooted in real events, not every detail is strictly historical—some moments are dramatized with creative license to bring the narrative to life. Please keep this in mind as you listen.Jonny’s Dead Air PodcastWritten, hosted, and produced by Jonny Hartwell.A production of iHeartRadio Pittsburgh.Thanks for listening—and for keeping the light on.