Lawrence H. "Larry" Lee, Jr. (March 7, 1943 – October 30, 2007) was an American guitarist and singer-songwriter from Memphis, Tennessee, best known for his work with Al Green and Jimi Hendrix.
Although all the songs he sang lead on at Woodstock were recorded, the Hendrix estate owns the rights to them and has thus far prohibited their release.
After Woodstock, Gypsy Sun and Rainbows then played at the Harlem "United Block" benefit and at the small "Salvation" club in Greenwich Village to a mixed reception.
"Judy", a song he wrote during his days playing with Hendrix in Nashville was covered by Al Green and the Spidells.
Lee's distinctive complementary rhythm and lead style can be heard on nine of the eleven songs on Matthews' CD.
The band enjoyed much popularity during this time playing nightclubs, casinos, parties, and occasional blues festivals throughout Memphis and the Mid-South.