Jack Bruce, member of iconic British rock trio Cream has sadly passed away at age 71.
His family issued a statement on 25 October about the passing and said: “It is with great sadness that we, Jack’s family, announce the passing of our beloved Jack: husband, father, granddad, and all round legend. The world of music will be a poorer place without him but he lives on in his music and forever in our hearts.”
As well as being a part of Cream, Bruce also performed sessions for Lou Reed and Frank Zappa and also took part in a variety of blues based bands, including Ringo Starr’s All Starr Band, BBM and John Mayall’s Bluesbreakers.
Former bandmate Eric Clapton was one of many stars to react to the passing online and posted on Facebook: “It is with great sadness that we learned that Jack Bruce had passed away this morning at his home in England. ‘He was a great musician and composer, and a tremendous inspiration to me’ ec”
Slash, Ringo Starr, Peter Hook and Steve Jones were among the many iconic rock musicians that were saddened by Bruce’s passing as well.
Jack Bruce (1943-2014) was amazing as a member of Cream. Plus his solo record "Things We Like" gave Smif n Wessun the sample for "Bucktown"
We lost Jack Bruce today an incredible musician writer and a good friend peace and love to all his family Ringo and Barbara
#RIP and condolences to family @jackbrucemusic. George played #guitar on his first solo album. http://t.co/xAKb2JGCWq pic.twitter.com/Wot2EvP7AH
Jack Bruce - what a gentleman, what a groove ,what a force. You rocked, we'll miss you.
Rest in peace jack Bruce, OG. pic.twitter.com/Zeatg44E9s
Very sad to hear of the passing of Jack Bruce, a major influence in music and an amazing bass player and singer. He was a hero to so many.
RIP Jack Bruce
RIP to Jack Bruce. #Legend #RIPJackBruce
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Cream bassist Jack Bruce.
RIP Jack Bruce. One of the true greats. Bass playing & singing in Cream influenced countless others who followed. Sad pic.twitter.com/vteKTkKFDP
Very very sad to hear of Jack Bruce’s passing. Amazing musician and inspiration. Rest in peace.
Truly in the sunshine of your life now. Rest In Peace #JackBruce.
Jack Bruce has died. Very sad day x
Sad to hear of Jack Bruce's passing. He was a good friend and a remarkable musician.
Just heard the news of Jack Bruce passing; he was a prince of a man. & an icon of his generation, my generation & generations to come. RIP.
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