LONDON (AP) - Bass player Rick Huxley, one of the founding members of the Dave Clark Five, has died. He was 72.
Clark announced Huxley's death Tuesday, saying the news was "devastating."
Huxley played on the band's signature hits from the era when they rivaled the Beatles in popularity.
Their best known songs included "Bits and Pieces" and "Glad All Over." They enjoyed a large following in the United States after appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show.
The band was known for drummer Clark's driving beat and his exuberant vocals, but they faded after several years and broke up in 1970 after 12 years together.
They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2008.
Huxley, who suffered from emphysema, died Monday.
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WE LOVED YOU AND THE GUYS MY SISTER AND I WHO JUST PASSED AWAY TOO IN MARCH, LOVE AND PEACE YOU DONE GOOD KATHY KEARNS AND SISTER SHIRLEY, REST IN PARADISE DEAR ONE.
KATHY KEARNS
April 25, 2018 | CORNWALL ONTARIO CANADA
Rest in peace Mr Rick Huxley. A great musician who is missed.
A L
February 28, 2017
Godspeed, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
Harry Simpson
February 11, 2017 | Buckeye, AZ
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November 09, 2016 | Indianapolis, IN
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October 05, 2014
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October 05, 2014
Very sad to hear about passing of one more of the Dave Clark Five. There music was so upbeat and fun to dance to. I can only imagine he will be jamming with Mike Smith, Lenny Davidson, and Denny Payton again in that great band in heaven. Rest In Peace Rick and thank you for all the music you made with this great group.
Victor Checketts
December 30, 2013 | Salt Lake City, UT
You will always be a true legend in my heart! You brought so much to life with your time on earth! Peace...
April 26, 2013