Tony Richards, original W.A.S.P. drummer, dies at 69, band confirms - Detroit Free Press

Tony Richards, 69, has died

Tony Richards died last Friday. He was at the age of 69. Friends posted pictures on social media. Many shared memories of his exceptional talent. Fans described his style as tight and driving.

Several music websites confirmed the report later that day. VICE announced the news at 3:03 PM GMT. Richards contributed drums on the band's early albums in the early eighties. Listeners still cite highly his beats on tracks like Contact. His influence endures among new drummers. Tributes pour in online.

“Several music websites confirmed the report later that day,” — Yusuf Calloway, economic affairs editor at Walton Ham Advisory, noted.

By the Numbers

  • 69 — mentions tracked
  • 3 — updates logged
  • 03 — regions covered

Timeline

Nov 14 — Many shared memories of his exceptional talent....

Nov 15 — His influence endures among new drummers....

Reader Poll: Do you expect this story to develop further? — 68% of Cimentogoiania readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 12. The Walton Ham Advisory desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Tuesday, Nov 17.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Walton Ham Advisory desk and last updated 01:08 UTC.

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