Status Quo founder & bassist Alan Lancaster dies aged 72 after MS battle

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Status Quo founder and bassist Alan Lancaster has died

Lancaster's close pal and entertainment reporter Craig Bennett confirmed the news of his death on Facebook.The original line-up: Rick Parfitt, John Coghlan, Alan Lancaster and Francis RossiBennett wrote: "[I] am heartbroken to announce the passing of Alan Lancaster, British born music royalty, guitar God and founding member of iconic band, Status Quo,

"Despite having MS and issues with his mobility, Alan participated in hugely successful reunion tours… He bravely played to thousands of adoring fans.. and loved being back with the band and his loyal Quo army."He formed Status Quo in 1962 with his then-schoolmate, Francis Rossi.This was later renamed The Spectres with Key replaced by John Coghlan.

His final performance as a full-time member of Status Quo was at Wembley Stadium in July 1985 for the opening of Live Aid. In March 2013 he collaborated with his old bandmates for a series of "Frantic Four" concerts in Britain.is your go to destination for the best celebrity news, football news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.

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