RIP – Rock In Perpetuity
Mourning the loss of classic rock stars, other musical greats and related figures
Remembering Gary Duncan, Quicksilver Messenger Service Guitarist
Duncan and John Cipollina often engaged in fiery, extended guitar jams that showcased their complementary styles, but they also constructed tight pop-rock.
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Jim Pike, Founder of Lettermen Vocal Group, Dies
They fit in alongside the new folk-oriented vocal groups that were blanketing the country, particularly on college campuses.
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UFO Guitarist/Keyboardist Paul Raymond Dies
The musician had been with the British rock band since 1976. They had completed a 50th anniversary tour just one week earlier
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Ranking Roger, of English Beat & General Public, Dies
Playing a heady blend of ska, pop soul, reggae and punk rock, the Beat’s music reflected Roger’s dynamic upbringing, and helped encourage unity.
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David White, ‘At the Hop,’ ‘You Don’t Own Me’ Songwriter, Dies
The co-founder of the 1950s doo-wop group Danny & the Juniors penned their big singles and then teamed to write hits for Lesley Gore and others
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Asa Brebner, Boston Rock Fixture (Modern Lovers, Robin Lane), Dies
The guitarist-vocalist had played 2 recent reunion shows with Robin Lane & the Chartbusters. He was a member of Jonathan Richman’s band for several tenures
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Doug Sandom, Early Who Drummer, Dies
“If you have read my book you will know how kind Doug was to me, and how clumsily I dealt with his leaving the band,” wrote Pete Townshend.
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Fred Foster—Producer, Exec & Songwriter—Dead
He was instrumental in the development of the careers of Roy Orbison, Kris Kristofferson and Dolly Parton, and co-wrote “Me and Bobby McGee,” among his many accomplishments
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Tedeschi Trucks’ Kofi Burbridge Dies at 57
Band sources are reporting that the longtime keyboardist and flutist of the Grammy-winning band has died. He had undergone heart surgery in 2017
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Guy Webster, Rock Album Photographer, Dies
His album covers included classics by the Doors, the Mamas and the Papas, the Rolling Stones, the Byrds, Chicago, and Simon and Garfunkel.
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