Ian McLagan of the Faces and Small Faces Passes Away
The legendary keyboard player has died aged 69.
McLagan joined The Small Faces in November 1965, and following their all-too-brief three year career achieved further success with The Faces.
His unexpected death, caused by complications following a stroke, has seen tributes pouring in from around the world.
Planet Rock presenter and MOJO Magazine Editor-in-chief Phil Alexander paid his respects, writing: "He was, he believed, luckier than most and, unlike most, he had the pleasure of being in not one but two of the greatest rock bands of all time."
The sad news was revealed in a statement on Ian McLagan's website, which reads:
“It is with great sadness and eternal admiration that we report the passing of rock and roll icon Ian McLagan. Ian was a member of the Small Faces and Faces and was inducted into the Rock’N’ Roll Hall Of Fame in 2012. He died today, December 3, 2014, surrounded by family and friends in his adopted hometown of Austin, TX, due to complications from a stroke suffered the previous day. He was 69 years old.”
Mac’s manager Ken Kushnick added: “He was a beloved friend to so many people and a true rock’n’roll spirit. His persona and gift of song impacted the music across oceans and generations.”
Kenney Jones, his bandmate throughout the Small Faces and the Faces gave his tribute, explaining: “I am completely devastated by this shocking news and I know this goes for Ronnie and Rod also.”