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San Francisco’s ‘Bucket Man,’ known for his drumming on Market Street, dead at 64
San Francisco’s ‘Bucket Man’ has died
Larry Hunt was a well-recognized face who introduced a particular rhythm to San Francisco’s Market Road. Often called the “Bucket Man,” Hunt’s drumming drew crowds to the Powell Road cable automobile turnaround for years.
SAN FRANCISCO – In case you’ve ever handed the Powell Road cable automobile turnaround in San Francisco, chances are high you will have seen the “Bucket Man.”
Larry Hunt was a well known determine on Market Road for a lot of residents and guests alike. Rain or shine, he was there pounding a wide range of buckets, making a one-of-a-kind beat.
Hunt died on Thursday at age 64, in response to the San Francisco Chronicle.
His home made drum package was product of 5-gallon drums, water jugs, and different odds and ends.
Hunt grew to become identified nationally when he appeared within the 2006 Will Smith film “The Pursuit of Happyness” and on America’s Bought Expertise.
His reason for dying was not launched however associates instructed KTVU they believed it was an overdose.