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True Guitar God, Legend Eddie Van Halen 1955 – 2020

October 6, 2020

Truly the most iconic, influential guitarist, Eddie Van Halen passed away. His son Wolfgang Van Halen confirms his death with a heartbreaking post on Instagram: View this post on Instagram I can’t believe I’m having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, has lost his long and arduous battle with cancer this morning. He was the best father I could ever ask for. Every moment I’ve shared with him on and off stage was a gift. My heart is broken and I don’t think I’ll ever fully recover from this loss. I love you so much, Pop. A post shared by Wolf Van Halen (@wolfvanhalen) on Oct 6, 2020 at 12:26pm PDT The last time we saw Eddie perform was back in 2015 whenVAN HALEN delivered an epic full on ROCK N ROLL set at Shoreline Amphitheater we went as a family to cover their show at Shoreline. It was such a memorable night for all of us. He was truly my husband and sons’ idol. He is the [Read More]

Rest in Peace Tom Petty

October 2, 2017

Rest in Peace Tom Petty 1950 – 2017 Sad to report the passing of Tom Petty. I can’t even put into words what this man and his music meant to us. Our condolences go out to his family, friends and fans.

Bidding farewell to Glen Campbell and my list of his Top 10 songs

August 8, 2017

We are very saddened to share the news of Glen Campbell’s passing. The following post was shared on their Facebook page: It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, and legendary singer and guitarist, Glen Travis Campbell, at the age of 81, following his long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Glen is survived by his wife, Kim Campbell of Nashville, TN; their three children, Cal, Shannon and Ashley; his children from previous marriages, Debby, Kelli, Travis, Kane, and Dillon; ten grandchildren, great- and great-great-grandchildren; sisters Barbara, Sandra, and Jane; and brothers John Wallace “Shorty” and Gerald. In lieu of flowers, donations for Alzheimer’s research may be made to the Glen Campbell Memorial Fund at BrightFocus Foundation through the donation page at Careliving.org. A personal statement from Kim Campbell will follow. The family appreciates your prayers and respect for their privacy at this time. http://www.careliving.org/glen-campbell-memorial-donation/ Glen’s music truly had an impact on my love of music. Being the youngest of six, I was always treated [Read More]

The Outfield Guitarist and songwriter, John Spinks dies from liver cancer

July 9, 2014

John Spinks Rest In Peace Songwriter and guitarist for The Outfield, John Spinks has passed away at age 60 from liver cancer. The British pop rock band, The Outfeild had eight Billboard 100 hits from 1986 – 1992 which includes of course it’s Number 6 big hit, Your Love which was written by John. Their debut album, Play Deep spent 66 weeks on the chart and went Platinum. Oddly, The Outfield had great commercial success in the US much more than their homeland. I think I still have my Outfield cassettes. I wore them out and loved them. Their songs still bring me back to my youth as soon as I play them. I thank them for the great music which became the soundtrack of my youth. We send our deepest condolences to John’s family and friends. The Outfield posted the following message on their Facebook page: It is with great sadness to inform you that John passed away at 09.55 on Wednesday 9th July 2014. He was 60 years old. As many of [Read More]

Inspiring teenager, Stephen Sutton dies after battle with cancer, he raised over $5.4 million in donations

May 14, 2014

Stephen Sutton, the inspirational young teenager who battled cancer has died. Stephen was diagnosed with cancer at age 15 and through his Stephen’s Story site, he touched the hearts of many. What began as a bucket list for him, turned into an amazing fund raising effort that his hard to believe. Stephen has raised over $5.4 MILLION dollars in donations for the Teenage Cancer Trust. Just a few days ago, Stephen posted on his Facebook page that he was returning to the hospital due to breathing difficulties and recently Stephen’s mother made the following post: My heart is bursting with pride but breaking with pain for my courageous, selfless, inspirational son who passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early hours of this morning, Wednesday 14th May. The ongoing support and outpouring of love for Stephen will help greatly at this difficult time, in the same way as it helped Stephen throughout his journey. We all know he will never be forgotten, his spirit will live on, in all that he achieved and shared [Read More]

Triptykon mourns the loss of H.R. Giger – Rest in Peace

May 13, 2014

We are all saddened to hear of the loss of the great H.R. Giger. Dark metal band, Triptykon mourn the loss of H. R. Giger. in their following post. Truly sums it up perfectly. * * * * * * * * * H.R. Giger February 5, 1940 – May 12, 2014 Rest in Peace “I fight the impending lure of belated sleep For fear of waking up and you are gone” Triptykon, My Pain, 2010 For the first time in 74 years, last night was a night not illuminated by the indescribable light that was H.R. Giger. H.R. Giger became our mentor, against all odds, when we, somewhat audaciously, first established contact with him some 30 years ago. At a time when almost everybody ridiculed, ignored, or even obstructed the music the then almost completely unknown Swiss underground band Hellhammer was creating, Giger listened to us, talked to us, and gave us a chance. Not least at a time when he was at one of many peaks of his path. A [Read More]

Shane Gibson of stOrk and former Korn touring guitarist dies at age 35

April 15, 2014

Shane Gibson 1979 – 2014 Shane Gibson, most widely know as the former touring guitarist for Korn has passed away at age 35 as a result of a blood clotting disorder. Shane performed with Korn from 2007 – 2010. Shane after touring with Korn was the founding member and guitarist for stOrk, great metal progressive rock band. The news was posted via the stOrk Facebook page It is with deepest sadness and regret that we must confirm that stOrk founding member and lead guitarist Shane Paul Gibson passed away at 5:45 AM on April 15th, 2014 in the UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama as a result of complications from a blood clotting disorder. He was 35 years old. He was one of the best guitar players the world has ever known and his virtuosity was matched only by his wit and generosity of spirit. He will be missed beyond measure. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and all those who loved him as much as we did. -stOrk-: It is very [Read More]