In Memoriam
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NAME: Dave bettridge
LOCATION: Canada
Email: dbettridge
[at]: wightman.ca
[dot]:
Date: 30 Oct 2014
Time: 23:13:50
COMMENTS
Jack was the greatest bass player of all time!! many are picked but few are chosen.. I first heard the Cream back in 1967 and they blew my mind.. I am a bass player myself and Jack was my biggest influence of all time.. he never sold out to hammer ons or taps and all that slap stuff truly a giant among musicians and composers.. seems so strange that I was listening to "songs for a tailor just the other day.. yeah; they don"t make music like that anymore.. God bless you all - R.I.P. Jack.. DB
NAME: Charles Barber
LOCATION: Switzerland
Email:
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Date: 30 Oct 2014
Time: 23:33:23
COMMENTS
Dear Jack, Did someone say you had left the building? I don't think so Mr. Bruce as you are still here in your music and especially in those hidden away tapes where you reveal your virtuosity. With love to you Margrit. Charles
NAME: B Wiggins
LOCATION: Oregon
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 00:18:59
COMMENTS
No Surrender changed my whole life for the better! Thanks for being a great man!
NAME: Mike Hodgskin
LOCATION: Cumming,Geaorgia,USA
Email: themusikman
[at]: comcast
[dot]: net
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 01:25:44
COMMENTS
Jack has always been one of my favorite players and I'm so sad to hear that he has left the planet. He will never be forgotten. Play on.
NAME: Paul Finocchiaro
LOCATION: San Francisco
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 01:26:38
COMMENTS
I loved Jack's music. He's a strong reason why I'm a musician myself. No one sang like Jack, such soul in his voice. I will miss him dearly. Much love and condolenses to his family.
NAME: Kyle McDonald
LOCATION: Evansville, Indiana US
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 01:52:19
COMMENTS
I love you, Jack.
NAME: Stanlode
LOCATION: London
Email: stanlode
[at]: Icloud
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 02:31:34
COMMENTS
God Bless Dear Jack The Govenor of the electric Bass ! I was there at Klooks .. Lifetime & the super session Jack is free ~ blessings to the family Thank you Jack ~ Peace Stanlode
NAME: Pau
LOCATION: Barcelona, Catalonia
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 02:48:35
COMMENTS
Sad to hear the news. A great loss for rock music. A true legend.
NAME: Ann green
LOCATION: Carmarthen south wales
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 03:19:56
COMMENTS
He was the guitar ! saw him at Liverpool empire back in 70s He made it talk! brilliant Rest in peace While your guitar gently weeps. a.g.
NAME: ici
LOCATION: holland
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 03:28:49
COMMENTS
Very sad to loose such a fine man and great musician. His music inspired us totaly and will last forever...
NAME: FRANCESCO CAPOCCI
LOCATION: ITALY
Email: francocapocci
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 03:38:23
COMMENTS
I WAS ABSOLUTLY SHOCKED OF THE DEATH OF THE BRUCE, AS HE WAS A HUGE INFLUENCE IN MY EARLIER YEARS ON GUITAR, AND HIGHLY SKILLED IN HIS SONGWRITING , WHICH LYRICS WERE ALLWAYS MEANINGFULL , I UNDERSTAND HE WAS A DECENT GUY ON A PERSONAL NOTE . I WISH YOU WELL JACK ,(HAND ON HEART GOD BLESS YOU) YR LL ALLWAYS BE REMEMBERED , FRANCESCO .
NAME: antoine
LOCATION: france
Email: muranto34
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: fr
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 03:40:54
COMMENTS
very proud to be a fan of the great jack bruce
NAME: William Ellis
LOCATION: Manchester
Email: w
[at]: william-ellis
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 04:19:23
COMMENTS
Jack said to me of a favourite piece of music. It's called L'ascension by Olivier Messiaen who was a French composer I have loved for most of my life. Why I love his compositions is he shows that music has always existed. Humans only stole it. We borrowed it but it's in nature. It holds the universe together; ask any skylark or ask any blackbird they'll tell you. A beautiful piece of prose, composed in the moment from the heart like his peerless playing.
NAME: Dave Takis
LOCATION: Atlants, Ga USA
Email: davetakis
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 04:42:27
COMMENTS
I would like to think that now, JACK BRUCE & JOHN ENTWISTLE are sharing a bottle of REMY MARTIN and enjoying a good laugh together. The bass guitar world is a little quieter now. Thank you Jack for all the years of music and thank you BRUCE family for sharing him with us for 71 short years.
NAME: simon plantinga
LOCATION: netherlands
Email: s.plantinga
[at]: planet
[dot]: nl
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 05:13:03
COMMENTS
Sad news, but his music and his contribution to the music scene will live on forever. In heaven they have a unic bass player now. Rest in peace dear Jack! simon
NAME: Cristian
LOCATION: Bucharest
Email: cniculescu2001
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 05:34:39
COMMENTS
Rest In Peace Jack!
NAME: Glen Brinsmead
LOCATION: Hobart Tasmania
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 05:36:18
COMMENTS
Talented Musician,such an important part of rock history, so sad, Rest in peace Jack.
NAME: Pieter van Spaandonk
LOCATION: Paris
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 05:39:42
COMMENTS
Jack's music and lyrics are of a timeless, almost tangible reality with strong visual atmospheres, as if we are there ourselves. For a lifetime we walked along with Jack through his rain soaked streets in deserted cities, we crossed the open fields and we arrived at the wavy sea to feel the vastness around us, or was it the emptyness in ourselves. And yet, as we move on, there on the horizon, there is always a place where hope is hidden, where the sun breaks through the clouds and our footsteps leave a trace in the morning dew, "we're in the open now, we can fly". Henceforth we will follow this road without Jack, but in the comfort that his music will always travel along. Pieter van Spaandonk, Paris 31.10.2014
NAME: William Maloney
LOCATION: Cedarville, Michigan
Email: williammaloney727
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 05:45:25
COMMENTS
Rest in Peace Jack Bruce. It's a sad loss you were one of the best musicians in the world. Thanks for all the years of the extra special music I grew up with in my early days of rock and roll. Was still following your life on social media and you will go down in History as one of the best . Hope your in a better place Rock on Jack Bruce !!?
NAME: Susanne bonnesen
LOCATION: Denmark
Email: Subo
[at]: Privat
[dot]: Dk
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 06:09:51
COMMENTS
So sad to hear about his death. I have been a fan for 48 years. He Will live on through his wonderfull Music. Thank you Mr. Bruce! Rest in pease.
NAME: Cuneyt Sengunes
LOCATION: England
Email: Cuneytsengunes
[at]: Aol
[dot]: Com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 06:29:14
COMMENTS
I had the pleasure of seeing Jack perform twice at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Cafe, and the even greater pleasure of meeting him in person. R.I.P Jack Bruce, a Great Man and A Great Musician....
NAME: Willem van Dijk
LOCATION: Netherlands
Email: dustybluesboy
[at]: casema
[dot]: nl
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 06:43:11
COMMENTS
I was already a big fan from Jack from the beginning when he was playing with John Mayall, and later with the Cream. We last a great musician with Jack, and I shall miss him, lucky I have still his records, so I can still listen to bass parts and voice. May he rest in peace Willem van Dijk
NAME: Neville Chesters
LOCATION: New York - London
Email: Neville
[at]: NevilleChesters
[dot]: Com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 06:47:10
COMMENTS
Jack, It was good to know you even though I have not seen much of you these last few years. You and your Music will be with me always. Big Love Forever. Neville
NAME: james king
LOCATION: ayr scotland
Email: jamesking
[at]: hotmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 07:01:27
COMMENTS
legend will be missed
NAME: Vito Pigozzi
LOCATION: Milano Italy
Email: vitopigozzi
[at]: tiscali
[dot]: it
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 07:19:53
COMMENTS
great moments with his music.
NAME: Norman Kalin
LOCATION: United States
Email: normkalin
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]: normkalin@gmail.com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 07:28:11
COMMENTS
Such a loss. My deepest sympathy's to all his loved ones and fans. What a voice and talent this world has lost.
NAME: Damir
LOCATION: Croatia
Email: damir.branilovic77
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 07:59:28
COMMENTS
I'm very sad, he was a great musical icon and inspiration. Jack, your music and voice remain forever. RIP
NAME: Phil
LOCATION: Sydney
Email: disraelii
[at]: hotmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 08:08:19
COMMENTS
Pure Jazz, Pure Cream, Pure 60's. Thank you for great music and song writer- RIP Jack
NAME: james prior
LOCATION: newtown wales
Email: thelion2
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 08:11:08
COMMENTS
yes very sad to hear about jacks passing, just getting over johnny winter passing recently who is one of the all time great guitarists, but jack was the bassman, dragged out "wheels on fire" today which i bought in "68", listening to "spoonful" again with his fabulous bassline was fantastical
NAME: Bernard Twist
LOCATION: Malmesbury, UK
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 08:13:10
COMMENTS
a great musician who provided a soundtrack for many peoples' lives - mine included. His music and his contribution to rock will long be remembered.
NAME: lucky
LOCATION: italy
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 08:33:49
COMMENTS
you'll be forever in our hearts
NAME: johnny comaro
LOCATION: chicago
Email: jcomaro
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 08:55:11
COMMENTS
Will be sadly missed by everyone!!
NAME: Ron
LOCATION: Germany
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 08:58:44
COMMENTS
Last saturday I had to think of Jack Bruce as I saw a gig with Stuart Hamm. The next day I read about the death of Jack. Funny how things come together. Such a big loss. First of all for his family of course. Ron
NAME: Paul Barry
LOCATION: Dartmouth, NS, Canada
Email: pbarry
[at]: ns.sympatico
[dot]: ca
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 09:02:31
COMMENTS
BIG CREAM FAN ! "Land in a White Room in the Sunshine of Your Love" RIP JACK !
NAME: David Berends
LOCATION: Princeton, New Jersey, USA
Email: david.berends
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 09:03:50
COMMENTS
My deepest sympathies to Jack's family. Jack was one of my musical heroes, and his three solo albums following the break-up of The Cream--Songs for a Tailor, Harmony Row and Out of the Storm--remain among my most favorite musical offerings of all time. They helped me through some very difficult times in my life. Peace, Jack, wherever ye may be. I'm sure it's a brilliantly musical place with your being there.
NAME: Mauro Simboli
LOCATION: Italy
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 09:12:59
COMMENTS
Thank you Jack. R.I.P.
NAME: Patrick Woods
LOCATION: dublin
Email: ifoolu
[at]: ufoolu
[dot]: ch
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 09:16:32
COMMENTS
heard Jack play in Jerusalem in the 80's RIP
NAME: peter iacontino
LOCATION: Brooklyn, NY USA
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 09:19:08
COMMENTS
I'VE BEEN A GREAT FAN OF JACKS SINCE 1967. I HAD THE PRIVLEDGE OF SEEING HIM IN CONCERT MANY TIMES.HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. HIS MUSIC WILL LIVE ON FOREVER! MARGRIT & THE FAMILY, GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
NAME: JOHN SWORD
LOCATION: GLASGOW
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 09:37:51
COMMENTS
JACK BELONGED TO GLASGOW SORELY MISSED CREAM WITHOUT A DOUBT
NAME: Hal Daggett
LOCATION: New Jersey, USA
Email: daggett407
[at]: verizon.net
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 09:45:25
COMMENTS
Please accept my loving prayers and thoughts for the entire Bruce family during this difficult time. As a fan, I saw Jack perform many times. His music is and will continue to be an inspiration to me and continue to provide much musical joy in my life. May he rest in peace.
NAME: Gary Gahan
LOCATION: Poole, Dorset, UK
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 09:52:44
COMMENTS
Jack was a truly inspirational player who has had a massive influence on my own playing. Thank you for the pleasure your music gave me, and the pleasure I have had in playing bass as a result.
NAME: Steve Felix
LOCATION: New York
Email: steve
[at]: simplicate
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 10:21:53
COMMENTS
Whenever we of a certain generation lose someone like Jack Bruce it gives us pause...there are only a certain number of days we've been allocated on Earth...what have we done with the ones passed? What will we do with the indeterminate number of those remaining. Mr. Bruce appears to have followed his passion...music. From reading about him it sounds like he loved it very much. He created music that my bandmates and I covered and as a keyboard player I truly appreciated the bass lines he created and played. To leave a musical legacy that is likely to last forever is a huge accomplishment. Jack's music continues to touch many souls. And, based on the comments posted on his site, his legacy as a man is equally large. Tonight I'll be raising a glass and toasting Jack Bruce. He made a difference!
NAME: Michael Logan
LOCATION: United States
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 10:26:16
COMMENTS
An inspiration
NAME: andre tesaury
LOCATION: switzerland
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 10:40:10
COMMENTS
The fist time I heard Jack...it was for me a revelation. The way he played bass in Cream was a revolution in the rock. I never forget you..thanks for everything.
NAME: gerth schmidt
LOCATION: langen in germany
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 10:50:56
COMMENTS
jack and his wonderfull music was part of my life since the middle of the 60th. I will miss him gert
NAME: John Precious
LOCATION: United Kingdom
Email: jonprec
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 11:05:52
COMMENTS
Very sad to hear of Jack's death. Listening to his music since the age of fifteen got me into music and bass playing. To say that he was influential is a massive understatement.
NAME: Sue Ballard
LOCATION: England
Email: sueb.is
[at]: cheerful
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 11:06:31
COMMENTS
Oh my, so many memories of Cream and Jack. Rest in peace my man. You will be missed by so many.
NAME: Peter j
LOCATION:
Email: Lastguest
[at]:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 11:15:52
COMMENTS
A wee west coaster with a big big talent. Play on and loud wee man x
NAME: Jim Whitcomb
LOCATION: East Aurora, NY
Email: jwhitmont2005
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 11:16:09
COMMENTS
A musician who influenced all those who came after him. A songwriter of the first order who put his indelible mark on Cream, a band that influenced me from the first time I heard "I Feel Free" from Fresh Cream. Thank you for the great music.
NAME: Rada
LOCATION: La Palma
Email: gittalapalma
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 11:20:02
COMMENTS
weine nicht um das was du verloren hast, sondern freue dich um das, was du hattest. Mein Beileid an die Familie
NAME: Gerd Freiwerth
LOCATION: Berlin
Email: freiwerth
[at]: web
[dot]: de
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 11:30:29
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce for me was one of the best singers, bass players and composers of all time and i was always touched by his music from the 60's until his last album. Thank you so much for your music, Jack!!!
NAME: marco maccione
LOCATION: rome italy
Email: marco.maccione
[at]: tin.it
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 11:33:17
COMMENTS
Dispiace....dispiace molto
NAME: marco maccione
LOCATION: rome italy
Email: marco.maccione
[at]: tin.it
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 11:34:13
COMMENTS
Dispiace....dispiace molto
NAME: Rick Shady
LOCATION: Milwaukee, WI - USA
Email: rick
[at]: pdmedia
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 11:34:11
COMMENTS
I am a drummer that played a number of Cream tunes back in the mid to late 60's. Saw Cream at "The Scene" in Milwaukee in 1968, and I loved evrything about the band and their music. It made me sad that it all ended within a couple of years back then. I thought Jack was an extraordinary bass player and his vocals were one of a kind. He displayed his emotions through his music. I will never forget that concert and the music that he wrote and played over the years.
NAME: mick scott
LOCATION: kings lynn
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 11:36:10
COMMENTS
Thanks for all the great music .Sadly lost but never forgotten.
NAME: Eddie Mo
LOCATION: Brooklyn, NY
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 11:52:58
COMMENTS
Simply the best.
NAME: Andrew Flemming
LOCATION: London
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 11:53:33
COMMENTS
Jack "Reach for the Night". So poignant. Rest in peace.
NAME: Jim Martino
LOCATION: Minneapolis MN USA
Email: cosmos42779
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 11:57:12
COMMENTS
The biggest inspiration in my life. Started playing bass after hearing Jack's playing on Fresh Cream.
NAME: Eddie Mo
LOCATION: Brooklyn, NY
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 11:59:02
COMMENTS
Simply the best.
NAME: Chris Coughlan
LOCATION: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Email: chris-coughlan
[at]: supanet.com
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 12:12:55
COMMENTS
Thanks for everything Jack. You live on in the myriad music we will always have to remind us of your genius. I remember Cream's first live gig at The Windsor Blues Festival - amazing! Sleep in peace Chris
NAME: Bahriye Sengun
LOCATION: Istanbul, Turkey
Email: bahriye_sengun
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 12:19:55
COMMENTS
Rest In Peace Jack Bruce. Thank you for coloring the sound of the universe with your awsome music.
NAME: Ricka
LOCATION: Leeds
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 12:22:48
COMMENTS
Very sad to see him go, but so grateful for having seen him perform.
NAME: Hans Gronsten
LOCATION: Sweden
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 12:25:18
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce, Voice of Passion and Melancholy Unforgettable Thank You
NAME: Uwe Seidelmann
LOCATION: Essen, Germany
Email: uwe.seidelmann
[at]: gmx.de
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 12:39:31
COMMENTS
Bye bye Jack, I was very young when I discovered Cream. I got older with your music. Last time I saw you in concert was in Cologne. Rest in peace Jack. All the best to your family. Uwe
NAME: Penny Spice
LOCATION: United Kingdom
Email: penny.spice42
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 12:45:35
COMMENTS
Jack, I discovered your work about 30 years ago, and spent many hours revising for various exams to it. I finally got to see you 2 years ago in Cardiff and you were amazing. A great musician and composer of songs. A huge loss to the world-you will be missed. X
NAME: andy spacey
LOCATION: United Kingdom
Email: andypspacey
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 12:54:44
COMMENTS
if it werent for jack bruce i wouldnt have started my first band. we were big cream fans, and revelled in the unique playing that jack added to the three piece.god bless him. never got chance to see cream live, but his music will live on.
NAME: giovanni gaglio
LOCATION: riano - rm italy
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 12:58:54
COMMENTS
una grande perdita...
NAME: Papa Oo Mow Mow
LOCATION: Manchester
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 13:02:01
COMMENTS
Thank you so much for the inspiration your playing gave me to take up the bass and to explore musical possibilities. Another piece of nostalgia ripped away.
NAME: Tim Smith
LOCATION: Texas (was Chesterfield UK)
Email: tim
[at]: barlborough
[dot]: f9.co.uk
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 13:13:43
COMMENTS
I switched to playing bass because of Jack Bruce and still enjoy listening to Cream, and watching videos on youtube of them rocking out. Bruce was always my favorite member and I am sad he has passed.
NAME: MIKE SOMERTON
LOCATION: HULL
Email: mingus
[at]: mingus.karoo.co.uk
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 13:14:55
COMMENTS
An inspirational musician who thrilled me in the 1960s. Played Songs of a Tailor again on Sunday to my daughter (only born in 1967) She loved it and particularly remembered hearing Theme for an Imaginary Western when she was two or three. Nearly fifty years on his music is still vital. He's left a legacy for all lovers of creative musicians. Thanks.
NAME: Robert Saletti
LOCATION: Canada
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 13:16:37
COMMENTS
To the greatest rock bass musician of his generation, thanks for all the great songs and moments, RS
NAME: Willi Klopottek
LOCATION: Luxembourg
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 13:17:48
COMMENTS
His style of playing the bass was since the times of Cream the reason, why I started playing the bass. Rest in peace, Jack
NAME: Daniel
LOCATION: Warwickshire
Email: dannygrahamboydrns
[at]: live
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 13:19:15
COMMENTS
R.I.P Jack, a true inspiration to all musicians
NAME: Daniel
LOCATION: Warwickshire
Email: dannygrahamboydrns
[at]: live
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 13:21:02
COMMENTS
R.I.P Jack, a true inspiration to all musicians
NAME: leslie brudne
LOCATION: michigan usa
Email: lesbrudne
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 13:28:42
COMMENTS
Sad to hear of the passing of such a great musician. Help to Open my ears to all different kinds of music - for which I will always be grateful.
NAME: Paul Delaney
LOCATION: Woodhaven NY
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 13:37:53
COMMENTS
Jack has always been my biggest musical influence and inspiration. From 'Apostrophe' with Zappa to 'Are You The One?' with McLaughlin, Jack never ceased to amaze me with his creativity. He will be missed and never forgotten
NAME: Tony Finno
LOCATION: NYC
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 14:05:58
COMMENTS
My Dear Jack. I could not begin to thank you for the inspiration you brought to a young aspiring bassist and composer going all the way back to the 60's. Now, even after a successful 30 year career I still owe a debt of gratitude. Thanks for paving the way with the "possible"
NAME: Nico
LOCATION: Cologne Germany
Email: chihaya
[at]: gmx
[dot]: net
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 14:18:31
COMMENTS
I'm so sad...
NAME: Naim Khalilullah
LOCATION: NY USA
Email: nkverde
[at]: Yahoo
[dot]: Com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 14:35:37
COMMENTS
Our deepest condolences and prayers to the family of a true legend. This legend influenced many people all over the world for many years. This Titan brought me personally much joy & harmony over the years. He will not be forgotten. May God shower your family with harmony during your time of need. With deep sympathy, Naim Khalilullah
NAME: Jimmy Taylor
LOCATION: Lordstown, Ohio, USA
Email: jimjet1960
[at]: aol.com
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 14:35:38
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce was the greatest musician to ever walk the Earth. My favorite vocalist, bassist, songwriter changed my life forever. I have collected nearly everything Jack ever recorded with anyone. Last week, I began a two-week shut-down at work which gave me the chance to listen through all of Jack's work on a whim. As I worked my way up to Silver Rails I had to research a song Too Many Cooks With Mick Jagger for info online and saw Jack's Obituary. I was shocked. Somehow, I expected Jack to live forever. But, of course, he will through all of his wonderful music. It is so appropriate that one of Jack's biggest fans in the whole world was unknowingly paying tribute to Jack by immersing myself in his entire catalog as Jack lay on his deathbed. He will dearly be missed. Long live the music and memories of Jack Bruce.
NAME: Rickard Ledin
LOCATION: SWEDEN
Email: brwledin
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 14:43:22
COMMENTS
Hail to the greatest bass player in our time
NAME: Rob Dagmar
LOCATION: The Netherlands
Email: Robdagmar
[at]: hetnet
[dot]: Nl
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 15:09:38
COMMENTS
I loved your voice, your concerts, the songs. Thanks for signing your record after your concert with Kip Hanrahan in Nijmegen, Holland. Thanks for all that wonderfull moments !
NAME: Hannu Takala
LOCATION: Finland
Email: hannu.takala
[at]: jamin.fi
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 15:09:43
COMMENTS
Rock In peace Bruce! Say hello to Jim H. And stay tuned! Post Scriptum: we all love you in Finland H.
NAME: Richard Baker
LOCATION: Warrenton, Virginia
Email: rekabr52
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 15:10:13
COMMENTS
Sad to hear of his passing. He definitely had something to say musically and will be missed. RIP.
NAME: jon brothers
LOCATION: uk
Email: jonbrothers
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 15:25:04
COMMENTS
Lucky enough to see Jack twice in concert.A totally unique musician.Rest in peace .
NAME: Lynne
LOCATION: Perth Amboy, NJ
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 15:27:42
COMMENTS
I'm so sad I'm so sad I'm sad I'm sad I'm sad
NAME: Armand Qualliotine
LOCATION: Boston, MA
Email: aqualliotine
[at]: comcast
[dot]: net
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 15:44:36
COMMENTS
An inspiration for most of my life
NAME: Pete Morgan
LOCATION: Southampton
Email: siljen
[at]: sky
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 15:46:14
COMMENTS
Jack you will be so sadly missed by all here. But where ever it is that you are now after stepping over that new threshold, the folks there have just gained one hell of a musician.
NAME: Tom Connell
LOCATION: Glasgow, Scotland
Email: tom
[at]: tomconnell
[dot]: scot
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 15:49:27
COMMENTS
The first time I heard you play (in the early 60's) I cried with joy. News of your sad death brought tears of sadness. Your where the greatest of the great musicians. Farewell.
NAME: Bernie Saggese
LOCATION: PArkton, Md.
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 15:51:11
COMMENTS
You were the bassist I mentored...you could jam and improvise like no other ! RIP Jack...your music lives forever
NAME: douglas hyde
LOCATION: dublin
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 15:52:42
COMMENTS
a genius
NAME: alister
LOCATION: Innellan
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 15:54:48
COMMENTS
Thanks for all Jack, crossing to Sanda
NAME: Patrick Powers
LOCATION: Cape Girardeau, Mo
Email:
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[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 16:02:45
COMMENTS
Thanks for everything Jack! Rest in peace.
NAME: Dean Hamilton
LOCATION: Sacramento
Email: deanhcmp
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 16:05:44
COMMENTS
What a sad day for rock music. Saw Cream at Winterland. They changed my perspective on music forever. A great bassist, song writer and singer; he will live on forever in his music. "And I'm thinkin' 'bout the love that you laid on my table" May you find peace, Jack.
NAME: Steve hill
LOCATION: England
Email: Sjhill78
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 16:17:21
COMMENTS
Sent me down a road and changed my life
NAME: JUNIOR
LOCATION: NEW YORK CITY
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 16:19:49
COMMENTS
THE FIRST TIME I SAW JACK PLAY BASS GUITAR WAS IN 1967. HE BLEW ME AWAY THEN AND AGAIN IN 2004 AT THE CREAM REUNION TOUR. THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME!!!
NAME: JUNIOR
LOCATION: NEW YORK CITY
Email:
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Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 16:25:22
COMMENTS
THE FIRST TIME I SAW JACK PLAY BASS GUITAR WAS IN 1967. HE BLEW ME AWAY THEN AND AGAIN IN 2004 AT THE CREAM REUNION TOUR. THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME!!!
NAME: Tim Lance
LOCATION: Austin, Texas, USA
Email: timothy.lance
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 16:26:16
COMMENTS
Oh.My.Goodness! This last week has been nothing short of amazing. Not just because of so many folks writing and sharing. Not because of so many articles - repetition and focus on Cream notwithstanding. No, it's the music. I own all his releases and a great many of of his collaborations. Listening to things shared here, plus mown stuff recently, the virtuosity in playing and writing simply astounds me. Over the years I had become inured to it. I had become blase. Silly me. Cream tunes. The big three: Songs for a Tailor, Harmony Row, Out of the Storm. Through so many more (especially the Kip stuff), ending with the masterful gifts of Spectrum Road and Silver Rails. For many days my emotions have been all over the place. Now my mind reels. Thanks you, Jack. Thank you, his family, for so joyously sharing him with us.
NAME: Arnljot Nilsen
LOCATION: Norway, Finnmark
Email: arn-nil
[at]: hotmail.com
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 17:04:16
COMMENTS
In my youth Cream blew my mind troughout. Later I became aware that Jack was the Composer and writer of the most of their material. And I became a fan of Jack from then on. Silver Rails was a thrill to listen to,so vital and so fresh. Rest in Peace Jack but Your Music and your bass playing wont be forgotten.
NAME: Dan Troup
LOCATION: United States
Email: dan.troup
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 17:06:25
COMMENTS
On rare occasions are lives cross paths with someone who inspires our soul and greatly influences our lives. Jack Bruce was one of these people and he will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
NAME: Bill Smith
LOCATION: Scotland
Email: bhastismith
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 17:12:25
COMMENTS
Jack was a true original he leaves BIG shoes to fill
NAME: Harold Friedman
LOCATION: Everett, WA. USA
Email: badcuriousbear
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 17:17:32
COMMENTS
Jack will be missed. I remember growing up listening to Cream LP's. Condolences to the family.
NAME: Oscar
LOCATION: from Chile
Email: oscaro.civil
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 17:22:47
COMMENTS
Una gran perdida para quienes conocimos con sus canciones a Jack y a Cream. Un enorme talento musical inigualable. Mis condolencias a la familia de Jack y a todos sus amigos mas cercanos.. RIP Jack
NAME: Cam Nelson
LOCATION: Evesham, uk
Email: cameronpnelson
[at]: btinternet
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 17:23:16
COMMENTS
Jack, You were my inspiration to become a bass player. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your music that formed my life and inspired my future in music. In remembrance and respect Cam
NAME: Thaddeus Komorowski
LOCATION: Niagara Falls NY
Email: tthadman
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 17:33:54
COMMENTS
Jack was always a personal favorite of mine. His music got me through some difficult times. His Harmony Row was continually on my turntable during my freshman year in college. When I was a teenager, the break-up of Cream was upsetting. When I saw Blind Faith formed later, I got mad at Eric and Ginger because I thought it was a nice way of getting rid of Jack. May he rest in peace.
NAME: Adrian Maddock
LOCATION: Southend-on-Sea, England
Email: Adrian_jm
[at]: Btopenworld
[dot]: Com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 17:35:57
COMMENTS
I had the privilege of seeing Jack Bruce perform with his Big Blues Band at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club in London in March 2012. His performance was sublime, and he was an artist at the height of his powers. I feel profoundly grateful to him.
NAME: Uwe Friebe
LOCATION: Bremen, Germany
Email: uwe.friebe
[at]: nord-com
[dot]: net
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 18:02:09
COMMENTS
Today I heard it: Jack Bruce is gone. I'm sad. But I'm happy too that I know his music. I think he was the best bassplayer. I wish all the best to you, dear family of Jack. Many greetings out of my heart.
NAME: John Clark
LOCATION: Portishead
Email: john.h.clark
[at]: btinternet
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 18:41:37
COMMENTS
I saw Jack in various bands in early 60s and when Cream was formed he was the established musician,though I had also seen the other two. He never got the recognition that he was due. Sympathy to his family.
NAME: Gary Barber
LOCATION: Syracuse, NY
Email: Garybarber51
[at]: MSN
[dot]: Com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 18:42:35
COMMENTS
1st album I ever bought 1968 Wheels of Fire moved me from pop music to hard rock and blues. Thanks Jack
NAME: Mike Murphy
LOCATION: Preston, Lancs
Email: md
[at]: murfi.fsnet
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 18:51:54
COMMENTS
Thank you for inspiring me to appreciate great music. Unique voice and creative talent.
NAME: Rob Gaulin
LOCATION: Greenwich, CT
Email: rvg
[at]: GaulinGroup
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 19:02:06
COMMENTS
You inspired me. You were the best. You will be missed.
NAME: takio nihei
LOCATION: Japan
Email: takinovic
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: co.jp
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 19:15:33
COMMENTS
I miss you, Jack. Great thanks!
NAME: ron s
LOCATION: Virginia USA
Email:
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[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 19:21:09
COMMENTS
Music is a gift, I can play notes but not music on my guitar, though I try every day, to hear Jack Bruce was inspirational because it was true, something you don't see at all today, we are better for his time with us, and lesser now that he is gone.
NAME: Reinhard Berngruber
LOCATION: Germany
Email:
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[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 19:44:08
COMMENTS
The best of all is gone. Rest in peace.
NAME: Terrance A Newman
LOCATION: Overland Park, Kansas USA
Email: newmant66
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 19:49:22
COMMENTS
Next to the Jefferson Airplane Cream was the band of my youth. I played their albums non-stop while in Vietnam and college. They were a sound I could never get enough of or get tired of. Even today a Cream tract on the golden-oldies station takes me back to a time and place(s) that were my youth and helped mold me into the person I am today. Goodby Jack, every Cream and BBM song I play will remind me of you and how time passes.
NAME: John Myers
LOCATION: Ohio, USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 19:54:36
COMMENTS
On these dark streets, the sun is black The winter life is coming back On these dark streets, it's cold inside There's no retreat from time that's died Thanks, Jack. Your gifts to us will last forever.
NAME: paul humphries
LOCATION: kingscliff Australia
Email: paulhiz
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 20:06:42
COMMENTS
i have loved his music since the 60s RIP
NAME: Matthew Ellison
LOCATION: Hometown Pa
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 20:09:28
COMMENTS
It is with a heavy heart that I say goodbye to one of the greatest artists in the history of music. It is with a smile that I say hello again to all the beautiful notes and lyrics you left us with for eternity. We love you. Thank You and God Bless!!
NAME: Don Tucker
LOCATION: Atlanta, GA
Email: dbtucker
[at]: bellsouth
[dot]: net
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 20:13:59
COMMENTS
Cream is my all-time favorite band. Thanks, Jack, for thousands of hours of listening pleasure.
NAME: ERNIE GRIFFITHS
LOCATION: TWICKENHAM
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 20:16:51
COMMENTS
THANK YOU FOR MY YOUTH
NAME: Michael Morrissey
LOCATION: Australia
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 20:29:05
COMMENTS
I'm sad to hear of Jacks Death. When I was 12 years old in Country Victoria, Australia I started to listen to music a lot more - The first Album that I purchased was Disraeli Gears by Cream - Jack Bruce was a member of this band, I have also purchased "Cream Live at the Royal Albert Hall 2005" double DVD set
NAME: Felton Miller
LOCATION: United States
Email: macsrules
[at]: mac
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 20:32:20
COMMENTS
I love Jack's music ,,,,,, :-)
NAME: Curtis Spiel
LOCATION: Seattle, WA, USA
Email:
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[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 21:00:13
COMMENTS
Fine and always interesting musician, RIP.
NAME: Curtis Spiel
LOCATION: Seattle, WA, USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 21:00:25
COMMENTS
Fine and always interesting musician, RIP.
NAME: Curtis Spiel
LOCATION: Seattle, WA, USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 21:00:18
COMMENTS
Fine and always interesting musician, RIP.
NAME: Curtis Spiel
LOCATION: Seattle, WA, USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 21:00:14
COMMENTS
Fine and always interesting musician, RIP.
NAME: Dan Mouton
LOCATION: United States Prairieville, LA
Email: dnamouton
[at]: mail
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 21:15:30
COMMENTS
He shattered the glass ceiling and paved the way for future bassists. Thank you Mr. Jack Bruce
NAME: Monica McCabe
LOCATION: Royal Oak Michigan (suburb of Detroit)
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 21:35:30
COMMENTS
Back when I had dial up and Derek was still at Harvard I found the site he was creating for Jack and started emailing with him. It was exciting to experience the new possibilities of the internet. Thank you, Derek for supporting Jack, creating a definitive site for him and giving us all a place to gather. Thank you to Jack's family for letting the fans send their love.
NAME: Kent Rini
LOCATION: Tempe, Az
Email: kentavrini
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]: kentavrini@
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 22:59:23
COMMENTS
Thank you Jack, You are the greatest gift to the 20th century.
NAME: paul
LOCATION: ellenton florida
Email: paultestajr
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Oct 2014
Time: 23:05:16
COMMENTS
jack was a great musician this is very sad. i know its to late now but did jack and billy preston try to get on a transplant list for their liver problems. seems like such a waste losing them. curtis salgado and walter trout and david crosby were saved by liver transplants. i wish jack could have been saved as well as billy preston. rest in peace jack you are and always will be a legend.