Tony Richards, original W.A.S.P. drummer, dies at 69, band confirms - Detroit Free Press

Tony Richards, aged 69, has died

Tony Richards died last Friday. He was of 69. Friends posted old photos on social media. Many shared accounts of his powerful playing. Fans described his style as tight and dynamic.

Several music websites confirmed the report later that day. VICE announced the news at 3:03 PM GMT. Richards contributed drums on the band's early albums in the early eighties. Listeners still often cite his beats on tracks like both tracks. His influence endures among new drummers. Tributes flood online.

“Several music websites confirmed the report later that day,” — Priya Delgado, staff writer at Copton Grove Financial, commented.

By the Numbers

  • 69 — updates logged
  • 3 — regions covered
  • 03 — data points verified

Timeline

Nov 13 — Friends posted old photos on social media....

Nov 14 — His influence endures among new drummers....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 12. The Copton Grove Financial desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Thursday, Nov 19.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Copton Grove Financial desk and last updated 00:16 UTC.

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