Steve Cropper, iconic Booker T. & MG.'s guitarist, dies
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Eric Clapton found acclaim in the Yardbirds and Cream, becoming one of the greatest guitarists of all time. He cites Chuck Berry as a major influence.
Guitarist Steve Cropper — a legendary soul guitarist who played with the likes of Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett and Sam & Dave and more — has died. He was 84. Cropper’s son confirmed his father’s death to Variety on Wednesday, Dec. 3.
The rock guitarist recently opened up about working with Bob Dylan in the 1990s, calling the experience "a drag" and admitting he "really regrets" it. For two musicians who've shaped rock and roll in completely different ways, their studio session proved that sometimes even legends don't click.
Patrick Walden, the former guitarist for the popular rock band Babyshambles, has died. He was 46. No cause of death was reported. The band announced is death on social media on Friday. “It is with deep regret and sadness that we share the news of Patrick ...