Moody Blues singer John Lodge dies ‘unexpectedly’ aged 82
He was a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer.
John Lodge, the singer and bassist from legendary rock group the Moody Blues, has died aged 82.
His family confirmed the news, announcing he was ‘suddenly and unexpectedly taken from us’.
Moody Blues formed in Birmingham in 1964, with Go Now breaking through as their first number one single.
Lodge joined two years later, remaining with the group throughout their many decades of success, which led to them being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
A statement from the family said: ‘It is with the deepest sadness that we have to announce that John Lodge, our darling husband, father, grandfather, father-in-law and brother, has been suddenly and unexpectedly taken from us.
‘As anyone who knew this massive-hearted man knows, it was his enduring love of his wife, Kirsten, and his family, that was the most important thing to him, followed by his passion for music, and his faith.’
They were still performing until recently (Picture: Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)They added: ‘John peacefully slipped away surrounded by his loved ones and the sounds of The Everly Brothers and Buddy Holly.
‘We will forever miss his love, smile, kindness and his absolute and never-ending support.
‘We are heartbroken, but will walk forwards into peace surrounded by the love he had for each of us.
‘As John would always say at the end of the show, thank you for keeping the faith.’
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