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In Memoriam: Phil Chen

In Memoriam: Phil Chen

It’s another tough day in the music world as we mourn the loss of bassist Phil Chen, who has passed away at the age of 75.

In Memoriam: Robbie Shakespeare

In Memoriam: Robbie Shakespeare

Another icon of the bass has left us. Reggae legend Robbie Shakespeare has passed away at the age of 68.

In Memoriam: Teppo Hauta-aho

In Memoriam: Teppo Hauta-aho

Double bassist and composer Teppo Hauta-aho has died. He was 80 years old. Hauta-aho wrote over 300 works for bass, making him one of the most prolific composers for the instrument of our times.

In Memoriam: Emmett Chapman

In Memoriam: Emmett Chapman

Emmett Chapman, known for his musical invention the Chapman Stick, has died from cancer. He was 85 years old. The news was announced on the Stick Enterprises website.

In Memoriam: Bill Conklin

In Memoriam: Bill Conklin

It’s another sad day in the bass community as we mourn the loss of Bill Conklin of Conklin Guitars. The renowned luthier was an innovator and pioneer in the world of extended range instruments.

In Memoriam: Tommy DeBarge

In Memoriam: Tommy DeBarge

Tommy DeBarge of the classic R&B band Switch has passed away after battling kidney and liver disease. He was 64 years old.

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In Memoriam: Deon Estus

In Memoriam: Deon Estus

Deon Estus, best known for his work with Wham!, has passed away. He was 65 years old. The news was shared on his official Twitter account.

In Memoriam: Steve Rabe

In Memoriam: Steve Rabe

Steve Rabe, founder and chief engineer of SWR Engineering, has passed away, his family announced. He was 73 years old.

In Memoriam: Alan Lancaster

In Memoriam: Alan Lancaster

Former Status Quo bassist and founding member Alan Lancaster has died of complications from multiple sclerosis, the band’s management confirmed. He was 72 years old.

In Memoriam: Bob Moore

In Memoriam: Bob Moore

Bob Moore, whose enormous tone underpinned countless country hits, has passed away at the age of 88. Country Music Hall of Fame CEO Kyle Young released a statement following the bass legend’s death.

In Memoriam: George Mraz

In Memoriam: George Mraz

Another jazz legend has left us. George Mraz, who played with everyone from Chet Baker to John Abercrombie, has passed away of undisclosed causes. He was 77 years old.

In Memoriam: Roger Newell

In Memoriam: Roger Newell

Roger Newell has passed away following an aortic aneurysm. He was 73 years old. Newell was best known for his work with Yes keyboardist Rick Wakeman, who shared memories of the bassist on his website.