Moody Blues Legend John Lodge Dead at Age 82

Legendary Moody Blues singer-bassist John Lodge has died “suddenly and unexpectedly” at the age of 82. The announcement was made Friday morning by the musician’s family.

A statement posted on Lodge’s official Facebook page, and shared on Moody Blues’ Facebook page, reads as follows:

“It is with the deepest sadness that we have to announce that John Lodge, our darling husband, father, grandfather, father-in-law and brother has been suddenly and unexpectedly taken from us. As anyone who knew this massive hearted man knows, it was his enduring love of his wife, Kirsten, and his family, that was the most important thing to him, followed by his passion for music, and his faith.

He was never happier than being on stage – he was ‘Just a ‘Singer in a Rock and Roll Band’ and he adored perfor