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John Alec Entwistle (9 October 1944 – 27 June 2002) was an English musician who was the bassist for the rock band the Who. Entwistle's music career spanned over four decades. Nicknamed " The Ox " and " Thunderfingers ", [1] he was the band's only member with formal musical training and also provided backing and occasional lead vocals.
Jun 27, 2022 · By Paul Rees. ( Classic Rock ) last updated 27 June 2022. What happened the night The Who's John Entwistle died. John Entwistle in 1978(Image credit: Trinity Mirror / Mirrorpix / Alamy Stock Photo) For the greater part of the last six years of his life, John Entwistle appeared to be thoroughly content with his lot.
May 7, 2021 · The Who's bassist, known as "The Ox," died in 2002 at age 57 in his Las Vegas hotel room. He had a severe undiagnosed heart condition that was triggered by his cocaine use, according to the coroner's report.
Apr 2, 2020 · A new authorized biography of the Who's bassist reveals his messy and complex personal and professional life, from his drug and alcohol addiction to his legendary songs and influence on bass players. The book is based on his unfinished autobiography, his notebooks, and his interviews with his son Christopher.
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Jun 27, 2012 · Learn about the bassist who co-founded the Who, wrote some of their most beloved songs and played the French horn on Tommy. See photos of his career, his solo projects and his tragic death in 2002.
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John Entwistle, The Who’s original bass guitarist, was born in Chiswick in West London on October 9, 1944, and his natural talent as a musician formed the backbone to many of The Who’s most memorable recordings.
Jun 27, 2017 · Nicknamed the Ox for his larger-than-life physical bearing and attitude, but also called Thunderfingers for the noise he delivered through his bass amps, Entwistle was perhaps a heavier influence...
