The legendary guitarist Jeff Beck has died, aged 78, after suddenly contracting bacterial meningitis, his family said in a statement. He was a former guitarist with The Yardbirds and is considered one of the most influential players ever. Read more:
British rock star Ozzy Osbourne said it had been"such an honour" to know and play with him on his most recent album.
US rock band Hollywood Vampires, comprising of Depp, Alice Cooper, Joe Perry and Tommy Henriksen, also paid tribute to Beck via social media, describing him as a"true innovator". "Half a century later Jeff Beck is still the greatest guitarist, PERIOD - The greatest of all time. He was a friend, and there will NEVER be another Jeff Beck. Ever."
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