Jeff Beck was a key guitarist in the rock industry, where he collaborated with great artists and won 8 Grammys. In addition, he is ranked 5th on the list of the 100 best guitarists in history chosen by Rolling Stone magazine.
This Wednesday afternoon the death of guitarist Jeff Beck was confirmed. The musician He was considered a rock legend of the 60s and 70s, and he passed away on Tuesday at the age of 78.as reported US media.
“On behalf of his family, it is with deep and profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of Jeff Beck. After suddenly contracting bacterial meningitis, he passed away peacefully yesterday.”, his representative said in a statement.
At the moment No further details of the death have been revealed, although those close to him requested privacy and respect. “Her family requests privacy as they process this tremendous loss,” the statement said.
On behalf of his family, it is with deep and profound sadness that we share the news of Jeff Beck’s passing. After suddenly contracting bacterial meningitis, he peacefully passed away yesterday. His family ask for privacy while they process this tremendous loss. pic.twitter.com/4dvt5aGzlv
— Jeff Beck (@jeffbeckmusic) January 11, 2023
Jeff Beck’s passage through the rock industry
Geoffrey Arnold “Jeff” Beck, a native of the United Kingdom, was a key guitarist in the rock and blues genrerecognized for his time with the British band The Yardbirdsfounded in 1963.
Starting very young in the industry, formed a career of almost 30 years, where he experimented with musical genres such as blues, rockabilly, heavy metal and jazz fusion.elements that in his later years he also combined with techno music.
Beck was also part of albums by great rock and pop artists of the time, among which are listed Rod Stewart, Mick Jagger, Ozzy Osbourne, Tina Turner, Morrissey, Donovan, Diana Ross, Jon Bon Jovi, Kate Bush, Stevie Wonder, Cyndi Lauper, Stanley Clarkeamong others.
He also continued with his career until his final years. In fact, recently he was collaborating with the musical project of actor Johnny Depp for his album “18”with whom he has just completed an international tour.
In addition, the artist was well rewarded in his best years, receiving 7 Grammy Awards for their performances and another for the album The Imagine Projectwhere he shared credits with Herbie Hancock.