Willie “Wild” Sparks was a former drummer for the band Graham Central Station. He has also sung vocals and played drums for other artists, including Sly & The Family Stone and Elton John.[1] Willie Sparks died on May 15, 2020.[2]

For a period of 15 years, Sparks was homeless off and on, living in the San Francisco, California area.[3]

References

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  1. ^ "Willie Wild Sparks". Discogs. Retrieved 8 April 2016.
  2. ^ "Aced Out Podcast". Aced Out Podcast. 19 June 2020. Retrieved 17 August 2024.
  3. ^ Fagan, Kevin (11 February 2011). "Transbay Terminal hurdle: hard-core homeless". SFGATE.