Ross the Boss Friedman Passes Away: A Metal Legend

0:00On March 27th, Ross the Boss Friedman, the legendary guitarist known for his work with Manoar and the dictators, has passed away at the age of 72. The Metal Hall of Fame confirmed the news on Friday, March 27th, sharing a heartfelt statement about his contributions to music. Earlier this year, in early February, Friedman went public with his diagnosis of amiotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS. He spoke openly about the challenges ahead, especially not being able to play guitar, while thanking fans for their overwhelming support. His career left a huge mark on punk and heavy metal fans everywhere. Pears respected his raw energy and powerful riffs, and he touched countless lives through his performances and recordings. Friedman co-founded the dictators in 1972, playing on their early albums before joining Manoar from 1980 to 1989. He also worked with bands like Shocking Street and The Helicopters, earning induction into the Hall of Heavy Metal History in 2017.

1:02More details about arrangements will come soon, but his unbreakable spirit and influence will keep inspiring musicians and listeners for years ahead. That wraps music news today, brought to you with AI. I'm Cory with The Story.