Supertramp founding member Rick Davies dead at 81 as tributes pour in

Music fans are mourning the loss of Rick Davies, co-founder of the legendary 70s rock band Supertramp. The singer-songwriter passed away at his Long Island home on September 5 after a long battle with cancer. He was 81 years old.

The band shared the sad news in a heartfelt statement: “We had the privilege of knowing him and playing with him for over fifty years. We offer our sincere condolences to Sue Davies.” Tributes quickly poured in from fans and fellow musicians worldwide.

Davies co-founded Supertramp in 1970 with Roger Hodgson. Together with their bandmates, they created hits like The Logical Song, Breakfast in America, and Goodbye Stranger. The group earned Grammy nominations and sold millions of records, leaving an unforgettable mark on rock history.

Composer Bear McCreary called Davies “a generational talent”, while fans remembered how his music shaped their lives. His songs mixed soul, thought, and emotion—touching generations. Rick Davies’s passing reminds us how timeless music continues to heal hearts. Which Supertramp song has touched your life the most?

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