By Sarah Cuda
July 6, 2026 – Savannah came together on Sunday to honor Eric “Big E” Moore iTAyn true Savannah fashion and style.
Big E was no stranger to anyone he came to meet. In fact, I’m not sure if he ever knew a stranger. He was the person who, when you met him, you instantly loved him.
Eric “Big E” Moore
His big smile, kind soul and great hugs were just such a small part of what made Eric, Eric, but they were such big things to those who called him friend. He was a super rad musician, loving and proud father and a stellar friend. He always had an ear, never made you feel like a bother and always had the right thing to say just when you needed to hear it.
He touched the lives of all those he came in contact with and was one of the most genuine people you could see randomly when you would go out. Big E was one of those humans who would always make you smile and really could lift your spirits — a salt-of-the-earth kind of guy.
The Second Line walking down River Street to honor Big E
It’s no surprise that the community came together the way they did to celebrate a man who deserved to be celebrated. The event was organized by Tye Munn and many others who helped make it happen. They saw it was a time to celebrate Big E and bring together so many of us who cherished him, so to that, I and the community say thank you all for the efforts to do something so special for everyone who loved him.
The second line down River Street began at 3:30 p.m. at Eastern Wharf. Many gathered, despite the heat and threat of rain, to pay respects to one of our favorites.
While we got ready to start the walk, the skies opened and it started pouring. That didn’t stop us. We walked anyway, with some joking, “If E were here, he would be telling us he would meet us at Social.”
Halfway through, the skies lifted and it stopped raining in true Savannah style, which as you all know is just par for the course. As we continued, people played their noisemakers and instruments and carried photos. The energy was beautiful as we all gathered in love and shared our memories of a great man.
Second Line walk down River Street
Moment of Silence for Big E at Plant Riverside
When we reached Plant Riverside, Tye spoke and we had a period of silence to honor the departed. It felt serene and really brought the second line to a beautiful close. Many made their way up to Social to continue the festivities of life.
The crowd was filled with so many Savannah legends and friends, and it was so special. The Rachel Sierra Band and Brock Butler and Friends provided the entertainment and played inside the Social Club.
Everyone danced and had a wonderful time while we celebrated the man and legend, Big E.
There were a lot of conversations and memories, and many said, “We should all get together more than just when something major happens.” As we all know, life has changed and continues to move on, but that statement is as true as anything that could be said.
If we don’t make time for those we hold dear, life will continue to happen and it will be another celebration of life before many of us see each other.
Let’s make it a habit to follow in Big E’s steps, share love freely and make time for those we love. Let’s make time to create new memories and make it a regular habit to reach out and spend time with those we miss, because love and connection are really what make the world go round.
Let’s all do it Big E style and give someone an even bigger hug the next time.
Rest easy, friend, and thank you for your impact on all of us that will ripple out to the rest of the world.
Savannah remembers ‘Big E’
Me and big E connected in old New York stories and I actually met him when I first got sober. He was always encouraging and would ask if I was still doing the right thing. Me and Oisín lived it when he would come by our jam night at Barrelhouse. – Xulu Jones
I will always cherish Big E’s infectious smile and the wink he gave to those he saw in the crowd while he played his music. He was always a joy to be around and I will never forget his smile! Much love to all of the souls he has touched throughout the years including mine. – Becca Lynn
I could go on and on about that infectious smile-and the great live shows-but I prefer the quiet moments when big E would say to me-tell me a joke and I will teach you a new chord-it was like a crash course in brain surgery when I was allowed to pick his brain and unleash my tongue.And more than once he said to me- damn bro-that is the best hat I have seen…tonight! – Catfish
I have known Big E since the 90s. He was one of the first few musicians I met when I first started playing out, fresh out of high school, and has been an inspiration and a monument to aspire to all my adult life. It wasn’t only that his skill level was at an international level, but he also remembered the lyrics and progressions of literally thousands of songs and could whip them out and blend them together or mash them up like a DJ. You never knew what was coming next and no set list was ever the same. There will never be another Big E. – Joseph Lyden
He was one of the coolest, most genuine musicians I ever got to be around and just talk to. Always had the biggest smile and best words when I needed to. The first time I played with big e, Shane, and Jermaine were playing social back when I worked there Jermaine knew I played and was like shorty you wanna play a song. I was terrified but couldn’t pass up the opportunity. So I hopped on Eric said what you wanna play and I went simply to be safe and suggested bill withers use me up. He goes alright let’s do it and plays something completely different and we kill. I had so much fun that night for one song. It’s been a highlight of my music career since and will always remain one of my favorite stories. But tonight I felt the love of everyone for the joy he brought to all of us. What an amazing human we will always love him. – Taylor Trinkeel
SLIDESHOW
Big E was definitely a legend in this town and one of my favorite people. He always called me his little brother and we always had an amazing time together whenever we were on the road and on stage no matter where it was. He is the main reason that I became comfortable playing bass in front of a crowd because he would just throw me out there during open mic night. He said,” you have to learn somehow so this is how you going to do it.” He was definitely one of the musicians that helped shape me into the musician I am today and I will forever be grateful for that. – Dominique Alexander Harris
What did Big E bring with him? Joy. Pure joy. Every moment. Every song note. It was all just welcoming, inviting joy. A treasure that will be missed. – Danyell Wright
He’s from Jamaica Queens, NY. Also has a lot of family in Roanoke VA. He was playing the Holiday Inn circuit back in the 80’s and said he was driving a rented convertible down Washington Ave and said to himself “Damn it’s pretty here” I’m going to move here, and so he did- On how Big E came to live in Savannah – Dori Dixson
As far as what to say about Big E. Whew. Words can’t really transcribe his life, presence or impact. He gave me confidence, compassion, and the feeling you were next to someone who had no idea how large his impact was to those around him. He was a natural born teacher and leader – Tye Munn
Eric Moore was a bona fide musical hero to almost any serious musician who ever saw him play, and he was an extraordinarily charismatic and mesmerizing performer to even those audience members with no particular training or knowledge of the intricate mechanics required to accomplish the stupefying instrumental feats he seemed to nonchalantly toss off on a whim.
His untimely passing is a staggering loss for the Greater Savannah Area. Not solely because of the inspirational role he occupied in the regional music community, but for the fact that he was one of the kindest, most good-natured fellows you could hope to meet.
Playing alongside ‘Big E’ (either in front of as few as ten people in a desolate restaurant or as many as 10,000 listeners at a large outdoor festival) provided some of the most memorable, challenging, and ecstatically joyous moments of my lengthy career as a professional musician.
I’ve probably learned more about being an effective rock, blues and soul drummer from simply trying (unsuccessfully, I might add) to rise to his skill level than I have from the entire rest of my musical experiences combined.
I will miss his broad smile, his hearty, resonant laugh, his lust for life, and his masterful Rodney Dangerfield impersonation more than words can easily express.
It was an honor and a privilege to be his dear friend and to make good trouble together.”
~ Jim Reed
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