Elton John, Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney & Others Join Bandmates in Honoring Charlie Watts’ Legacy As “The Heartbeat of Rock & Roll” – American Songwriter
Elton John, Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney & Others Join Bandmates in Honoring Charlie Watts’ Legacy As “The Heartbeat of Rock & Roll” – American Songwriter
After nearly 60 years of keeping time for the transcendent rock group, the Rolling Stones, beloved drummer Charlie Watts has died at 80 years old. After the news broke on August 24, bandmates, contemporaries, artistic predecessors, and fans flooded social media with condolences, memories, and other touching tributes to honor the great icon. Best remembered as an understated member of the fantastical rock outfit, Watts maintained priority status as a family man throughout his spanning career in the spotlight. Along with his enduring rock legacy, Watts leaves behind his wife of 57 years, Shirley, his daughter, Seraphina, and granddaughter, Charlotte.
Praise rolled in on Twitter from friends of Watts, including Elton John:
“A very sad day. Charlie Watts was the ultimate drummer. The most stylish of men, and such brilliant company. My deepest condolences to Shirley, Seraphina and Charlott. And of course, The Rolling Stones.”
Martin A Nethercutt is a writer, singer, producer and loves music.
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