Jane’s Addiction apologized to their fans for abruptly ending their show early on Friday following an on-stage scuffle between frontman Perry Farrell and guitarist Dave Navarro. “We want to extend a heartfelt apology to our fans for the events that unfolded last night,” the band wrote in a statement on their Instagram story Saturday night. … Read more
Beantown band brawl! Jane’s Addiction frontman Perry Farrell punched guitarist Dave Navarro during an on-stage outburst as several crew members dragged him off stage and abruptly ended the reunited band’s Boston concert on Friday night. Farrell was in the middle of performing “Ocean Size” when he started angrily grunting and telling the crowd at the … Read more
Legendary Queen guitarist Brian May has revealed that he suffered a stroke last week which left him temporarily unable to use his left arm. The “Don’t Stop Me Now” musician, 77, took to social media Wednesday morning to share the news with his fans, saying there was doubt that he’d be able to play guitar … Read more
Former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Josh Klinghoffer is facing a wrongful death lawsuit after he is accused of running over and killing a pedestrian at a crosswalk earlier this year, according to reports. Klinghoffer, 44, was allegedly behind the wheel of a black GMC Yukon when he fatally struck 47-year-old Israel Sanchez on March … Read more
Plot twist. Foo Fighters guitarist Pat Smear attended Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in London the day before his bandmate, Dave Grohl, shaded the pop star at their own concert in the UK capital. Smear, 64, went to Swift’s show at Wembley Stadium on Friday (June 21) and appeared in a photo on actress Salma Hayek’s … Read more
Dickey Betts, a singer, songwriter and guitarist for the Allman Brothers Band, died Thursday in Osprey, Florida. He was 80. Dickey Betts, guitarist of the Allman Brothers Band, died at 80. Getty Images In an Instagram post, his family said, “It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the Betts family announce the peaceful … Read more
Jimmy Buffett died in September, and several of his favorite artists honored him with a performance at the CMA Awards on Wednesday. Ahead of the tribute, Mac McAnally, a guitarist and longtime member of Buffett’s Coral Reefer band, spoke to Fox News Digital about the late singer-songwriter, even sharing some of his final words. “I saw … Read more
Jack Sonni, known as “the other guitarist” in the British rock group Dire Straits, died Wednesday at the age of 68. The band announced Sonni’s death on X (formerly Twitter), posted alongside a black-and-white photo of the guitarist who rose to fame when he joined the band for their iconic “Brothers in Arms” album and … Read more
Founding Duran Duran member and guitarist Andy Taylor says he’s now “asymptomatic” after previously receiving “palliative, end-of-life care” following his cancer diagnosis. The 62-year-old musician revealed his stage 4 prostate cancer diagnosis last November, saying he was initially diagnosed in 2018. Speaking to The Times, Taylor explained that the dramatic U-turn happened after a doctor told him … Read more
Founding Duran Duran member and guitarist Andy Taylor said a breakthrough cancer drug has extended his life “for five years.” The 62-year-old musician revealed his stage 4 prostate cancer diagnosis last November, saying he was initially diagnosed in 2015. Taylor said a scientist reached out to him with an offer of “a nuclear medicine” called Lutetium-177. … Read more
Robbie Robertson, the guitarist-singer-songwriter who co-founded the Canadian-American rock group The Band, has died. He was 80. Robertson’s longtime manager, Jared Levine, confirmed his death to The Post on Wednesday, saying Robertson died in Los Angeles after a long illness. “Robbie was surrounded by his family at the time of his death, including his wife, Janet, … Read more
George Tickner, the co-founder and original guitarist for Journey, has died at the age of 76. News of Tickner’s death was confirmed by co-founding member Neal Schon on social media. No cause of death has been given at this time. “Journey Junkies, I have some very sad news. George Tickner, Journey’s original rhythm guitarist and … Read more
Ryan Siew, guitarist for the up-and-coming Australian metalcore band Polaris, has died. He was 26. The group, known for exploring depression and loss in their music, shared Tuesday on social media that Siew died last week. A cause of death was not given. “It is with shattered hearts & the deepest sorrow that we tell … Read more
John Waddington, the founding guitarist of post-punk band The Pop Group, died Tuesday. He was 63. The band announced Waddington’s death Wednesday on Twitter, though a cause was not mentioned. “An influential musician, and an integral member of the group, John contributed to some of the band’s most iconic recordings,” the band tweeted. “His energy … Read more
Sheldon Reynolds, guitarist for the legendary music group Earth, Wind & Fire, has died at the age of 63. Current band member, Philip Bailey, confirmed the news on Twitter. “This news of Sheldon Reynolds’ transition is very sad for all of us who knew and worked with him,” Bailey wrote on Wednesday. The message continued, … Read more
It was a hazy shade of dating. Michael J. Fox revealed that he “can’t even remember dating” The Bangles guitarist Susanna Hoffs back in the 80s. Fox, 61, made the revelation Friday while promoting his new Apple TV+ documentary “Still” which will focus on his life and battle with Parkinson’s disease. “When I look at … Read more
Tim Bachman, co-founding guitarist and vocalist for Bachman-Turner Overdrive, has died, his son confirmed on social media. He was 71. The veteran guitarist died on Friday following complications with cancer “riddled all throughout his brain,” Ryder Bachman shared on Facebook. “My Dad passed this afternoon. Thank You Everyone for the kind words,” Ryder wrote. “Grateful … Read more
Mark Sheehan, the co-founder and guitarist of the Script, has died following a brief illness. The Irish musician was 46. Sheehan’s family announced his passing in a tweet from the band’s account on Friday, writing: “Much loved husband, father, brother, bandmate and friend Mark Sheehan passed away today in hospital after a brief illness. The … Read more
Swedish pop group ABBA is mourning the death of one of their own. The group announced to their social media that longtime guitarist Lasse Wellander had passed away. He was 70 years old. “Lasse was a dear friend, a fun guy and a superb guitarist. The importance of his creative input in the recording studio, as well … Read more
Fall Out Boy founding member and guitarist Joe Trohman announced that he is stepping away from the band. Just hours after announcing their upcoming new album, titled “So Much (For) Stardust,” Trohman took to social media to say his mental health has “rapidly deteriorated” and forced him to slam the brakes on his music career. … Read more