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What did Gary richrath of REO Speedwagon died of?
September 13, 2015
Gary Richrath/Date of death
Who died in REO Speedwagon?
guitarist Gary Richrath
Sunday (September 13th) marks the fifth anniversary of the death of former REO Speedwagon guitarist Gary Richrath who died at age 65 of undisclosed causes.
What disease did Gary richrath have?
He was 65 years old. Speaking to the Songfacts website in 2017, Cronin disclosed the cause of Richrath’s death – “He had some stomach problem or something and he went in the hospital to get treated for a stomach ailment and there were complications and he didn’t make it.”
What happened to the original lead singer for REO Speedwagon?
In early 1972, shortly after the release of the band’s self-titled debut album, Luttrell left REO Speedwagon following a disagreement with Richrath. The vocalist was replaced by Kevin Cronin, who performed on the group’s second album R.E.O./T.W.O. before leaving during sessions for the 1973 follow-up.
What happened to Michael Murphy of REO Speedwagon?
Mike Murphy, REO Speedwagon’s lead singer from 1973 -1975 is still recovering after being hit by a car while riding his bike. He is now walking in rehab and therapy. Get well soon Mike.
Did REO Speedwagon ever have a number one hit?
Over the course of their career, the band has sold more than 40 million records and has charted 13 Top 40 hits, including the number ones “Keep On Loving You” and “Can’t Fight This Feeling”.
Why did Gary leave REO?
When Gary Richrath left REO, it was rumored the band was breaking up because of extreme personality conflicts among REO’s members. Gary Richrath did admit to crossing swords a few times with lead singer Kevin Cronin. “We had songwriting conflicts about whose songs would go on the albums,” Richrath said.
Was Gary richrath kicked out of REO Speedwagon?
R.E.O. rocked until Kevin Cronin kicked this guy out. rocked until Kevin Cronin kicked this guy out. …
When did REO Speedwagon release take It on the run?
Gary wrote many of the groups tunes, including “Ridin’ the Storm Out” (#94-1977) and “Take It on the Run” (#5-1981) and co-produced most of their later recordings… His solo album, “Only the Strong Survive,” was released in 1992…
Where did Dan Fogelberg make REO Speedwagon?
“Dan and REO were both managed by Irving Azoff, who would go on to rule the world. We were making REO/TWO at CBS Studios in Nashville, and Fogelberg was recording his first album down the street at Norbert Putnam’s Quadraphonic Studio.
Who is the wife of Kevin Cronin of REO Speedwagon?
Kevin Cronin’s wife Denise offered a retort in a 1981 People magazine story. “They should have called the album Wives on the Run. The band gets all this sympathy and is excused for all that goes on when they’re on the road.