Once again it is our sad task to announce news of the passing of another music legend. The cause of Walter Becker‘s death has not been revealed, however he was recently forced to cancel his appearances at the Classic West…
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Allan Holdsworth ~ RIP
The words unique and genius are so often overused, however in the case of Allan Holdsworth, they seem to fall short of the mark. One of the true innovators of the guitar and a truly gifted musician and composer. In…
View More Allan Holdsworth ~ RIPJohn Wetton ~ RIP
“John Wetton sadly passed away in the early hours of this morning, Tuesday 31st January 2017, after a long and courageous battle against colon cancer.” Carl Palmer posted the following tribute to John: “With the passing of my good friend…
View More John Wetton ~ RIPKeith Emerson ~ RIP
In a year that has already robbed us of so many greats, it is now our sad duty to announce the death of Keith Emerson. A man who needs no introduction here. It is slowly emerging that Keith died at…
View More Keith Emerson ~ RIPDavid Bowie ~ RIP
Early this morning the BBC reported the death of David Bowie at the age of 69 and after suffering from cancer. His son director Duncan Jones confirmed the news and a statement was released on his official social media accounts.…
View More David Bowie ~ RIPChris Squire – RIP
The Progressive Aspect join the numerous tributes being paid to Chris Squire, the founding member of Yes, who passed away today and a little over a month after announcing that he was suffering from a rare form of leukaemia. The…
View More Chris Squire – RIPDaevid Allen – RIP
TPA would like to join in with all the tributes afforded to Daevid Allen, a unique and immensely gifted musician, who sadly passed away today… Daevid passed away peacefully in Australia today, Friday 13th at 1.05pm, surrounded by his boys.…
View More Daevid Allen – RIPJack Bruce – RIP
It is with huge sadness that we report the passing of Jack Bruce. His death was announced today on his official website and confirmed by his publicist Claire Singers who said: “He died today at his home in Suffolk surrounded…
View More Jack Bruce – RIPPaco de Lucia ~ RIP
World renowned and hugely respected flamenco guitar player Paco de Lucia has died at the age of 66. Yesterday the BBC released the sad news of his passing along with a tribute to the man and his music. Like many “progressive…
View More Paco de Lucia ~ RIPFrancesco di Giacomo ~ RIP
It is with sadness that we report that Francesco di Giacomo died in a road accident in Zagarolo on 21st February 2014. Information is sketchy but it appears he became ill whilst driving his vehicle and collided into oncoming traffic.…
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