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  • Apr 24, 1937
    Bass player Dick Kniss is born in Portland, Oregon. He becomes a member of John Denver's band, taking part in such country hits as "Back Home Again," "Annie's Song," "I'm Sorry" and "Thank God I'm A Country Boy." Kniss will also co-write "Sunshine On My Shoulders"
    Jan 25, 2012
    Former John Denver bass player Dick Kniss dies in Saugerties, New York. A member of Denver's backing band from 1970-1978, Kniss played on "Thank God I'm A Country Boy," "Annie's Song" and "Take Me Home, Country Roads," among others. He also co-wrote "Sunshine On My Shoulders"

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