March 12th 2024.
The music industry is mourning the loss of singer-songwriter Eric Carmen, who passed away at the age of 74. His wife, Amy, confirmed the sad news of his passing. Carmen was known for his soulful voice and iconic hits such as Hungry Eyes and All By Myself, which touched the hearts of millions.
Carmen rose to fame as a member of the power pop group, the Raspberries. After their success, he went on to establish himself as a solo artist with chart-topping tracks like Hungry Eyes, which was featured in the beloved film Dirty Dancing. Another one of his solo hits, All By Myself, was made famous by Celine Dion and is still a favorite among fans today. Carmen also made a name for himself as a songwriter, penning popular songs such as Almost Paradise from the Footloose soundtrack and Never Gonna Fall In Love Again.
In a statement released on Carmen's official website, Amy shared the heartbreaking news of his passing. She expressed how much joy it brought him to know that his music had touched so many lives and would be his lasting legacy. Carmen passed away peacefully in his sleep over the weekend, leaving behind a legacy of beautiful music.
Amy concluded the statement with a quote from Carmen's 1977 solo album, Boats Against The Current: "Love is all that matters... faithful and forever." These words perfectly sum up Carmen's outlook on life and his music, which will continue to live on in the hearts of his fans.
Born in Ohio, Carmen co-founded the Raspberries in the early 1970s, along with Jim Bonfanti and Wally Bryson. After the departure of John Aleksic, Dave Smalley joined the band. They achieved success with their debut album and hit singles like Go All The Way, which was even banned by the BBC in the UK for its suggestive lyrics. The song has since become a cult favorite and was even featured on the Guardians Of The Galaxy soundtrack in 2014. The band eventually disbanded in 1975, and Carmen embarked on a successful solo career.
The cause of Carmen's death has not been confirmed, but he is survived by his wife and their two children, Clayton and Kathryn. The entertainment industry has lost a true talent, and he will be deeply missed.
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In other news, Waterboys and World Party star Karl Wallinger has also passed away at the age of 66. Wrestling fans are also mourning the loss of a beloved star who died at the age of 50, just after a match. Our thoughts and condolences go out to their loved ones during this difficult time.
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