John Dawson nickname(s):

Marmaduke

John Dawson date of birth:

June 16, 1945

How old was John Dawson when died?

64

Where was John Dawson born?

Detroit, Michigan, United States

When did John Dawson die?

July 21, 2009

Where did John Dawson die?

San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

Why did John Dawson die?

Stomach Cancer

What is John Dawson nationality?

American

John Dawson claim to fame:

New Riders of the Purple Sage

What genre is John Dawson's work?

Country rock

What instruments does John Dawson play?

Guitar Harmonica Autoharp

Short Biography

John Collins Dawson IV (June 16, 1945 – July 21, 2009), nicknamed "Marmaduke", was an American musician, singer, and songwriter. He was best known as the leader and co-founder of the country rock band the New Riders of the Purple Sage.