Bernie Marsden, former Whitesnake guitarist and founding member of the band, has died at the age of 72. Guard.
The sad news was announced by the musician’s relatives on social networks. According to them, he passed away with his wife and daughters around him. The guitarist’s family said Marsden “never lost his passion for music”.
Bandleader David Coverdale noted that Marsden was “a really funny, talented guy”. He noted that it was an honor for him to perform on the same stage with this musician. Outstanding Classic Rock.
Marsden wrote and co-wrote several Whitesnake hits, including Fool for Your Loving, She’s a Woman, and others.
He was born in Buckingham in 1951. In 1972, he began his career as a musician in the rock band UFO, then in other bands – Paice, Ashton & Lord.
In 1978, along with Deep Purple vocalist David Coverdale and guitarist Mickey Moody, Marsden formed the band Whitesnake, which has released 14 albums over the years. Marsden also recorded two solo compilations: And About Time Too (1979) and Look at Me Now (1981).
Old Snake was also known for his collection of over 200 guitars. One of these, the 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard, went on sale for over $1.3 million.
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