Jeff Beck: British guitar legend dies aged 78

[TLSnell1981]

The British musician rose to fame as part of the Yardbirds, where he replaced Eric Clapton, before forming the Jeff Beck group with Rod Stewart.

His tone, presence and, above all, volume redefined guitar music in the 1960s, and influenced movements like heavy metal, jazz-rock and even punk.
Beck's death was confirmed on his official Twitter page.

"On behalf of his family, it is with deep and profound sadness that we share the news of Jeff Beck's passing," the statement said.

"After suddenly contracting bacterial meningitis, he peacefully passed away yesterday. His family ask for privacy while they process this tremendous loss."

https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-64228780

 

[Disneylover99]

Sad news.

 

[WEDWDW]

Considered by most as one of the Top 5 Guitarists of all time.

Never chased Fame intensely.

 

[Squirlz]

Blow by Blow is one of my 'Desert Island' albums. I also knew him as a petrol-head.

 

[Dan Murphy]

Very sad. One of the best. His music is legendary. Thanks for such great music over 7 decades, much of it with other music legends over those years. It was a privilege for many to play with Beck. RIP, Jeff, God speed.

 

[Planogirl]

RIP. Talent like his is all too rare.

 

[Atlas722]

RIP.

 

[lisaviolet]

RIP. Talent like his is all too rare.

Absolutely .

Sad news. Such talent.

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I was 78!?!?! I guess I forget as I age, so does everyone else. It always seems weird that I keep getting shocked that some are at *that age*, so to speak.

 

[gharter]

Huge loss. He had so much talent.