Algy Ward, the founding frontman of cult British heavy metal band Tank, has died at the age of 63 after suffering from recurring health issues.
Ward, born Alasdair Mackie Ward, reportedly passed away last Wednesday (May 17th) at a hospital in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. The news was confirmed by Tank guitarist Mick Tucker, who posted the following message on social media:
“R.I.P Algy… Just heard the sad news my old band mate passed away in hospital last Wednesday May 17th.
We formed a formidable songwriting team when I joined Tank in 1983 and recorded some great albums along the way and many shows with Tank and the Nicky Moore band who I joined in 1990 with Algy.
Over the last couple of years we had to carry on without him but hoped one day we could get him back onstage with us.
A glass will be raised tonight in your honour ….”
Before forming Tank,...
Ward, born Alasdair Mackie Ward, reportedly passed away last Wednesday (May 17th) at a hospital in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. The news was confirmed by Tank guitarist Mick Tucker, who posted the following message on social media:
“R.I.P Algy… Just heard the sad news my old band mate passed away in hospital last Wednesday May 17th.
We formed a formidable songwriting team when I joined Tank in 1983 and recorded some great albums along the way and many shows with Tank and the Nicky Moore band who I joined in 1990 with Algy.
Over the last couple of years we had to carry on without him but hoped one day we could get him back onstage with us.
A glass will be raised tonight in your honour ….”
Before forming Tank,...
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