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Rock Legend Denny Laine, Co-Founder of Moody Blues and Wings, Dies at 79

Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Laine's contributions to music spanned decades despite industry disputes.

  • Denny Laine, co-founder of the Moody Blues and Wings, has died at age 79 from interstitial lung disease.
  • Laine was known for his contributions to both bands, including vocals, guitars, percussion and keyboards on all seven of Wings' studio albums.
  • He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Moody Blues in 2018.
  • Despite his success, Laine had a tumultuous relationship with the music industry, leaving the Moody Blues over a financial dispute and later falling out with Paul McCartney over business affairs.
  • Laine continued to tour and record in recent years, and had announced tour dates for 2023, but his health issues forced him to cancel them.
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