Meisner left the Eagles in 1977, citing exhaustion after struggling on the tour in support of the 'Hotel California' album. Prior to that he had played with Rick Nelson & The Stone Canyon Band and was the original bass player for country-rock group Poco in the late 1960s. His vocal range was astonishing, as is evident on his signature ballad, 'Take It to the Limit'." Meisner formed the Eagles along with Glenn Frey, Don Henley, and Bernie Leadon in 1971, performing on the albums 'Eagles', 'Desperado', 'On The Border', 'One of These Nights' and 'Hotel California'. Eagles said in a statement: "Randy was an integral part of the Eagles and instrumental in the early success of the band. Tickner played rhythm guitar and wrote three songs for Journey's self-titled 1975 debut 'Journey' including opener 'Of a Lifetime.' He left soon after, but three of his songs appeared on Journey's next two albums 'Look into the Future' (1976) and 'Next' (1977).Įagles founding member, bassist, and vocalist, Randy Meisner, passed away in Los Angeles on 26th July due to complications from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary disease. Tickner, Valory and manager Herbie Herbert joined former Santana members Neal Schon and Gregg Rolie to form Journey in 1973. Fly free above the stars, Sir… Herbie (Herbert, Journey's manager who died in 2021) is waiting to greet you." Born on 8th September 1946, in Syracuse, New York, George Tickner was a member of the psychedelic rock band Frumious Bandersnatch in the late 60s alongside bassist Ross Valory. The reason he left Journey was to attend Stanford University on full scholarship, earning his PhD. The sad news of Tickner's passing was confirmed by Journey's sole constant member Neal Schon, who wrote: "Thank you for your incomparable contributions to Journey's early years. Journey co-founding member and first rhythm guitarist George Tickner died at the age of 76 in July 2023. Tina had suffered ill health in recent years, being diagnosed with intestinal cancer in 2016 and having a kidney transplant in 2017. She was also an actress, famously appearing in the movie Mad Max Beyond the Thunderdome in 1985. Tina, we will miss you dearly." Born Anna Mae Bullock, Tina Turner was one of the best-selling artists of all time having sold over 100 million records across the world with hits such as 'The Best', her cover of Creedence Clearwater Revival's 'Proud Mary', 'What's Love Got To Do With It' and 'Private Dancer'. All our heartfelt compassion goes out to her family. Today we say goodbye to a dear friend who leaves us all her greatest work: her music. With her music and her boundless passion for life, she enchanted millions of fans around the world and inspired the stars of tomorrow. An official statement announcing her death read: "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tina Turner. Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock n' Roll, died on Wednesday 24th May 2023 aged 83. The reunion came a month-and-a-half after The Quireboys announced they had parted ways with Spike, prompting a war of words between the two camps. Spike reunited with Guy Bailey in October 2022 and the pair began writing a new album together alongside bassist Nigel Mogg and drummer Rudy Richman. After The Quireboys split in 1993, Bailey was part of the band's brief reunion in 1995 but didn't re-join their ranks when they reformed permanently in 2001. He certainly loved you all more than you will ever know." Guy Bailey formed The Quireboys alongside Spike in 1984 and they co-wrote many of the band's signature tunes including 'Hey You', '7 o'clock', 'I Don't Love You Anymore' and 'There She Goes Again'. He was loved by everyone who he ever worked with, all the bands he ever toured with and all the Quireboys fans he ever met. Singer Spike confirmed the news in a social media, writing: "Guy was the kindest, funniest man you could have the pleasure of being around. Quireboys co-founder and original guitarist Guy Bailey died on 6th April 2023.
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