Whitesnake frontman David Coverdale has announced his retirement after more than 50 years of music.

The English singer, 74, shared his retirement news with his “brothers and sisters of the Snake” in a video shared across his social media channels on Thursday, Nov. 13.

“After 50 years-plus of an incredible journey with you — with Deep Purple, with Whitesnake, Jimmy Page — the last few years it has been very evident to me that it’s time really for me to hang up my rock ‘n’ roll platform shoes and my skintight jeans,“ Coverdale said .

“And as you can see, we’ve taken care of the lion’s wig,” he continued, touching his gray hair. “But it’s time for me to call it a day. I love you dearly. I thank everyone who’s assisted and supported me on this incredible journey: all the musicians, the

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