Greatest guitarist Jeff Beck dies

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One of the world's greatest guitarists, British virtuoso Jeff Beck, has died at the age of 79.

His family has confirmed his death.

” ;After an unexpected infection with bacterial meningitis, he passed away peacefully on January 10th. His family asks for privacy as they grieve this huge loss,” — according to the statement.

On behalf of his family, it is with deep and profound sadness that we share the news of Jeff Beck’s passing. After suddenly contracting bacterial meningitis, he peacefully passed away yesterday. His family ask for privacy while they process this tremendous loss. pic.twitter.com/4dvt5aGzlv

— Jeff Beck (@jeffbeckmusic) January 11, 2023

According to Forbes, he died of meningitis despite to claims that he received a coronavirus vaccine.

According to Rolling Stone, Beck was one of the greatest guitarists in history, influencing the development of heavy metal and jazz rock.

When the news about Beck's death spread through the media, with many music legends paying tribute to him on social media. Among them were Mick Jagger, Rod Stewart and Suzanne Hoffs.

With the death of Jeff Beck we have lost a wonderful man and one of the greatest guitar players in the world. We will all miss him so much. pic.twitter.com/u8DYQrLNB7

— Mick Jagger (@MickJagger) January 11, 2023

< br /> Jeff Beck filled in for another legend, Eric Clapton, in The Yardbirds. He was the founder of The Jeff Beck Group, which included Rod Stewart and Roni Wood. Several of his albums have gone platinum. Guitarist wins Grammy Award seven times. Moreover, he was twice included in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

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