Trevor Oakes of Showaddywaddy Passes Away

0:00On March 28th, Trevor Oaks, the founding guitarist of the 70s rock band, Shouwadiwadi, has passed away at age 79 after a long illness. He died peacefully on February 18th, leaving behind a legacy in music that started right at the band's creation. Shouwadiwadi burst onto the scene by reviving 50s and early 60s hits, landing 10 top 10 singles in the UK. Their biggest smash was under the moon of love, which hit number one back in 1976. Bandmate and former singer Dave Bartram shared a heartfelt tribute, calling Trevor a one-of-a-kind talent and total pro whose drive helped them reach. Those chart peaks. He also remembered Trevor as a loving family guy with a cheeky wit that everyone adored. The group formed in 1973 when two local outfits from Lester merged forces and they've evolved over the decades with lineup. Changes. Al James retired in 2008. Trevor stepped back the next year due to health issues and Dave fronted them for 38 years before, handing over vocals in 2011, though he still manages today.

1:06Now only one original member remains on tour with a fresh crew, keeping Shouwadiwadi's energetic sound alive on stages across the country, honoring Trevor's foundational spark, pop culture, powered by AI. This is entertainment and celebrity news today.