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John Sykes, a veteran hard-rock guitarist who was a member of Whitesnake, Thin Lizzy and the Tygers of Pan Tang, has died, according to a post on his official Facebook page. He had battled cancer ...
A benefit memorial concert was held in February 2008 at the Dunkin' Donuts Center in Providence and featured performances by Tesla, Twisted Sister, Winger, Gretchen Wilson, and John Rich. [78] The event raised at least $25,000 in donations for the Station Family Fund, and was broadcast in March by VH1 and VH1 Classic .
The rocker was an integral part of Whitesnake's hit self-titled album in 1987. ... Guitarist John Sykes, who played in classic British rock bands Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy, has died. He was 65.
The British rock guitarist John Sykes, who played with Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy, has died aged 65. A statement on his website said Sykes "passed away after a hard fought battle with cancer".
John James Sykes (29 July 1959 – December 2024) was an English guitarist and singer, best known as a member of Whitesnake, Thin Lizzy and Tygers of Pan Tang.He also fronted the hard rock group Blue Murder and released several solo albums.
1978 (died 2023) [3] Solley replaced Johnston and performed on Snakebite, but was still credited as a "special guest" performer. [4] [3] Richard Bailey 1984–1985 [11] Following the departure of Jon Lord in April 1984, Whitesnake enlisted Richard Bailey to take his place on tour. [11] Rick Seratte 1989–1990 [18]
Original guitarist John Sykes of rock band Thin Lizzy performs on stage during London date of their UK tour, at the Shepherds Bush Empire on Feb. 4, 2005 in London.
John Sykes, the electrifying guitarist who rocked the world in legendary bands Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy, has died. He was 65. The rocker’s death was confirmed by both bands on social media ...