Baker's family said on Twitter that he died Sunday: "We are very sad to say that Ginger has passed away peacefully in hospital this morning."
His daughter Nettie confirmed that Baker died in Britain but gave no other details. The family had said on Sept. 25 that Baker was critically ill in the hospital.
'When I Don't Have Anything Interesting to Play, I just Play Fast' But then who wants to hear 64 bars full of 32nd-notes except the douche-bag blowing them from the stage.
Was just listening to the BBM album 'Around the Next Dream' for the last few days too.
Always sad to hear the passing of a true genius musician :(
R.I.P.
It's funny you mention BBM, as I was just reading Baker's take on that band. Apparently he was left with a less than glowing appraisal of Gary Moore, as a person.
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Reading between the lines of many interviews who mention Mr Moore, the consensus would match your comment, However many 'difficult' guitarists are talented beyond the normal window (so to speak)
Mr Blackmore for instant :)