John Sykes, the acclaimed British rock guitarist known for his work with Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy, has died at the age of 65 after a battle with cancer.
The British rock guitarist John Sykes , renowned for his work with Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy, has sadly passed away at the age of 65. A statement released on Sykes's website confirmed his death following a courageous battle with cancer. Sykes was celebrated not only for his exceptional musical talent but also for his warm personality and kindness. Those who knew him personally described him as a thoughtful and charismatic individual who brought joy to every room he entered.
In his final days, Sykes expressed deep love and gratitude for his loyal fans who stood by him throughout his career. Sykes's musical journey began in 1980 with the heavy metal band Tygers Of Pan Tang. He recorded two albums with them before joining Thin Lizzy in 1982. During his time with Thin Lizzy, he contributed to their 1983 release, 'Thunder and Lightning,' and embarked on a European tour with frontman Phil Lynott as part of a separate group called 'The Three Musketeers.' In 1984, he was invited to join Whitesnake by founder and frontman David Coverdale. Sykes became an integral part of the band, recording for their 'Slide It In' album in 1984 and later for their self-titled 1987 release, which achieved both critical acclaim and commercial success. After leaving Whitesnake, Sykes released two albums with his own band, Blue Murder, and later formed a touring version of Thin Lizzy, which had disbanded prior to Lynott's death in 1986. David Coverdale paid tribute to Sykes on X, sharing several photos of them together during Whitesnake's peak years. He expressed his sincere condolences to Sykes's family, friends, and fans. The music world mourns the loss of a talented and beloved guitarist whose contributions will continue to inspire generations of musicians
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