John Glascock
John Glascock (2 May 1951 – 17 November 1979) was a British musician. He was the bassist and occasional lead vocalist of the rock band Carmen from 1972 to 1975; and the bass guitarist for progressive rock band Jethro Tull from 1976 until his death in 1979. Glascock died at the age of 28 as a result of a congenital heart valve defect, which was worsened by an infection caused by an abscessed tooth.
John Glascock | |
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Glascock rehearsing for Jethro Tull (1976) | |
| Background information | |
| Born | 2 May 1951 Islington, England |
| Died | 17 November 1979 (aged 28) London, England |
| Genres | Rock, blues rock, progressive rock, progressive folk, fusion, flamenco |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instrument(s) | Bass guitar, electric guitar, synthesizer, bass pedals, vocals |
| Years active | 1962–1979 |
In a September 1978 Guitar Player interview, Ritchie Blackmore said "John Glascock is a brilliant bass player, the best in the business in rock."
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