luvlz2 Posted September 7 Share Posted September 7 Screamin' Scott Simon of Sha Na Na dead at 75 https://ultimateclassicrock.com/screamin-scott-simon-dead/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zep Hed Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 British bass guitarist legend Herbie Flowers, who played with some of the world's biggest music icons including David Bowie, Elton John, Paul McCartney and Marc Bolan, has died aged 86, as heartfelt tributes have been paid to the 'beautiful soul'. Born Brian Keith Flowers, but known as 'Herbie' throughout his career, Flowers grew up in Isleworth, Middlesex before moving to Ditchling, East Sussex and was a member of the bands Blue Mink, T. Rex and Sky. He also contributed his talents on hundreds of recordings and was also credited for creating the famous bass line in Lou Reed's Walk on the Wild Side from his album Transformer in 1972, lending the song its unforgettable twang. It was the only song by Reed to reach the Top 20 in the US. The news of Flowers' death on Thursday was confirmed by close family members on social media. Kevin J Conklin, husband of Flowers' niece, Lorraine Bassett, paid tribute to him and said he was 'blessed' to have known him. On a post appearing on Facebook on Friday, he wrote: 'Lorraine's beloved uncle, Herbie Flowers, passed on yesterday. ' While we knew and loved him as Uncle Herbie, his musical contributions have likely touched your lives as well. 'He played bass on many of the songs from the golden age of rock. 'As a studio musician in London in the 60's and 70's he got to know and contribute to the music of Elton John, David Bowie, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, Ringo Starr, Mark Bolin, Cat Stevens, Harry Nilsson, Al Kooper, Melanie and many other popular musicians. 'He was also a member of T Rex, Blue Mink and Sky. 'Herbie's most well known musical contribution was likely the iconic bass line for Lou Reed's 'Walk on the Wildside'. 'Not many of us get our own entry in Wikipedia as Herbie did. 'Herbie's musical contributions continued as he worked to involve children in music later in life. 'Herbie played a huge role in Lorraine's life as a substitute father. Herbie walked her down the aisle at our wedding. 'She loved him dearly. I was blessed to have known him. 'We'll miss you Uncle Herbie! Rock on.' https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13825583/Herbie-Flowers-dies-aged-86-Tributes-legendary-bassist-played-Bolan-Bowie-McCartney-Elton-gave-Lou-Reeds-Walk-Wild-unforgettable-twang.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zep Hed Posted September 8 Share Posted September 8 UK R&B pioneer Zoot Money has died. The news was confirmed on his social media channels this weekend, with a simple notice on Zoot Money’s Facebook feed: Ladies and gentlemen – Zoot Money has left the building. May the circle be unbroken. George Bruno Money 17th July 1942 – 8th September 2024 Born and brought up in Bournemouth, Zoot Money was drawn to music from a young age, becoming obsessed with Black American rhythm ‘n’ blues. Taking his stage name from jazz musicians Zoot Sims, he became a key fixture on the London and south coast club scene. Zoot Money’s Big Roll Band could command huge crowds in the metropolis and beyond, particularly amongst the nascent Mod scene. While a big concert draw, a hit eluded them – the band’s version of ‘Big Time Operator’ perhaps becoming their best-known moment. Often compared to John Mayall – himself recently passed – the Big Roll Band becoming a finishing school for UK R&B musicians. Zoot Money and Andy Summers – later of the Police – developed a close partnership, and when the counter culture blossomed the band was overhauled as the psychedelia-oriented Dantalian’s Chariot. Dressed in white and with a wonderful live show, the band had one golden moment – ‘Madman Running Through The Fields’ – but found audiences beyond the London underground eluded them. Returning to his blues and soul roots, Zoot Money was an in-demand session musician over the following decades, as well as a consistent touring act. Amongst his more curious achievements was overseeing the soundtrack for cult classic TV series Tutti Frutti. Zoot Money passed away on September 8th – he was 82 years old. https://www.clashmusic.com/news/zoot-money-has-died/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZepHead315 Posted September 9 Share Posted September 9 RIP James Earl Jones. What a legend. https://deadline.com/2024/09/james-earl-jones-dead-1236082801/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reids Posted September 9 Share Posted September 9 Voice of Vader, Shakespearean actor, voice of cnn, etc RIP James Earl Jones (93) R😎 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul carruthers Posted September 9 Share Posted September 9 RIP, Ed Kranepool https://nypost.com/2024/09/09/sports/ed-kranepool-mets-legend-who-won-1969-world-series-dead-at-79/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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