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John Lodge, Moody Blues Bassist and Singer, Dies at 82

His family said the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer died suddenly, with no cause disclosed.

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John Lodge, bassist and vocalist for The Moody Blues, has died at 82. His family announced he passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones.
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John Lodge passes away at 82: All about the musician’s career, net worth, and more

Overview

  • A family statement said Lodge "peacefully slipped away" surrounded by loved ones to the music of The Everly Brothers and Buddy Holly.
  • Lodge joined The Moody Blues in 1966 and helped steer the group toward symphonic and progressive rock on albums such as Days of Future Passed.
  • He wrote or co-wrote signature songs including Ride My See-Saw and I'm Just a Singer (In a Rock and Roll Band), as the band amassed more than 70 million sales and entered the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2018.
  • Recent activity included solo releases such as the 2025 EP Love Conquers All and touring with collaborator and son-in-law Jon Davison, with additional dates reported for December.
  • The family requested no further comment and pointed fans to his song Whispering Angels as tributes from admirers and media outlets spread.