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.
Timeline
Nov 13 — Friends posted old photos on social media....
Nov 14 — His influence endures among new drummers....
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