Lynyrd Skynyrd founder Larry Junstrom has died aged 70 Lynyrd Skynyrd founding member and longtime .38 Special bassist Larry Junstrom has died at age 70. His cause of death has not been revealed. He was 70. All Rights Reserved. Larry Junstrom was a bassist who was a founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd and went on to join .38 Special. Junstrom's cause . We are sending our devoted love, strength and comfort to his wife Thania and Larry's family. The musician played a huge part in the band as he featured on the 12 studio albums; the last was released more than a decade ago in 2004. Van Zandt told Larry, 'Thanks man,' and the two became friends, before forming what would become Lynyrd Skynyrd a few years later. Larry Junstrom, founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, .38 Special, dies at 70 He was truly one of a kind, a congenial traveling companion and a great friend to all with a humorous slant on life that always kept our spirits high a kind man with a big heart for everyone who crossed his path. Vocalist Nick Holmes commented: Musically, this track has an intentional repetitive element that builds throughout [], Trivium have surprised their fans by releasing a cover of Heaven Shall Burns Implore the Darken Sky. The cover is featured on a split 7 that the group will be selling throughout their European tour. Lynyrd Skynyrd shared the following message via Facebook: Rest Easy, LJ, you will always be remembered as the big man, on the big bass with the even bigger heart! Junstrom played with Lynyrd Skynyrd from their. Smart and talented, a tremendous musician. The rock star had to retire from the music industry in 2014 after he suffered a hand injury which required surgery. The bassist's death was announced on Facebook by his former band 38 Special, which. In 1964, Junstrom helped form Lynyrd. The sad news was shared Sunday, October 6th, by 38 Special on their Facebook page. Listen to the song below and pre-order the album here: Firstborne, featuring Chris Adler (ex- Lamb of God) and James LoMenzo (Megadeth) have shared a video for their song, Intercontinental Champions. Watch the clip below: Tarja Turunen and Torsten Stenzels Outlanders has released an adaptation of Hans Zimmers We Own The Sky featuring Ron Bumblefoot Thal. In 1977, Junstrom joined 38 Special, led by Ronnie Van Zants younger brother Donnie Van Zant. (THECOUNT) Larry Junstrom, the bass player for .38 Special and a founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, has died. The .38 Special bass player passed away this past Sunday, October 6 at age 70. Larry Junstrom, a founding member of the rock bank Lynyrd Skynyrd and bassist for 38 Special, has died, his band confirmed on Facebook Sunday. Lynyrd Skynyrd founding member and longtime .38 Special bassist Larry Junstrom has died at age 70. Lynyrd Skynyrd founding bassist Larry Junstrom dead at 70: 'There will Lynyrd Skynyrd launched their Last of the Street Survivors Farewell Tour in 2018, in part because of Rossington's ongoing health issues. The group disbanded abruptly in 1977 following a plane crash which killed Ronnie Van Zant, replacement guitarist Steve Gaines, and backup singer Cassie Gaines. He was 70. Larry Junstrom, Lynyrd Skynyrd Founding Member, Dead at 70 A cause of death was not immediately disclosed. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Longtime .38 Special and founding Lynyrd Skynyrd bassist Larry Junstrom has passed away at the age of 70. There will never be another like him. Remembering Jacksonville Rock Legend, Larry Junstrom Lynyrd Skynyrd founding member and longtime .38 Special bassist Larry Junstrom has died at age 70. Five-years later he joined the Donnie Van Zant-fronted band, .38 Special, replacing bassist Ken Lyons. At press time, Junstrom's cause of death is unclear. Billboard is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Larry L.J. Junstrom. He was a professional bass player for 38 Special and Lynyard Skynyrd. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The rocker was eventually forced to put down the bass guitar in 2014 after suffering a serious hand injury. (Getty) "The Big Man on the Big Bass has left us," the tribute read. He left the group in 1971 prior to the recording of their debut album, (Pronounced 'Lh-'nrd 'Skin-'nrd). We will miss our friend and partner. They had a unique, driving sound rock sensibilities with a touch of twang that served them well, both in the recording studio and on the road. LYNYRD SKYNYRD's founding bassist Larry "L.J." Junstrom, who was also a longtime member of 38 SPECIAL, has died. Prince Andrew has 'offered to manage prestigious Royal estates including Balmoral but King Charles has told PLATELL'S PEOPLE: Yes, Madonna toyboys are fun but not if you value your dignity. BORN June 22, 1949 DIED October 6, 2019 AGE 70 Obituaries Larry Junstrom was a bassist who was a founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd and went on to join .38 Special. [1] He was also one of the founding members of the Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd . Six years after that, he joined Van Zant's younger brother Donnie's band, 38 Special. He joined 38 Special in 1977, playing bass for the Southern rock group, which had formed a few years earlier. Band members of Junstrom from the rock group .38 Special confirmed the news in an emotional post to Facebook on Sunday night. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. L.J. This article about a United States bass guitarist is a stub. I will never forget it the acts on the bill were Journey, Skynyrd, Ted Nugent and several other bands. Junstrom appeared on all 12 of 38 Special's studio albums, from their self-titled 1977 debut to 2004's Drivetrain, before a hand injury forced him to retire from the group in 2014. Larry Junstrom Cause of death. The track is the sixth of eight singles and is being released as a limited edition 7 vinyl via Tarjas website. He was 70. Lynyrd Skynyrd .38 Special Founding Member Larry Junstrom Dead At 70 We will miss our friend and partner., Mourned:Lynyrd Skynyrd founding member Larry Junstrom has died aged 70. Larry Junstrom, former Lynyrd Skynyrd and 38 Special bassist dies at 70 Spencer Kaufman, Concert Film Review: Metallica's S&M2 Is a Celebration of the Band and Their Fans, 10 Goth-Rock Albums Every Music Fan Should Own, R.I.P. By 1969 they changed their name, releasing their debut album in 1973,Lynyrd Skynyrd (Pronounced L?h-nrd Skin-nrd),which included such soon-to-be-classics as Gimme Three Steps, Simple Man and one of the most enduring rock anthems of any era: Free Bird.. Larry Junstrom, founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, dies at 70 As he was: A throwback picture of Junstrom, shared by his band 38 Special's Facebook page. However, .38 Special confirmed the news via Facebook, stating: The Big Man on the Big Bass has left us. Larry Junstrom in 2006. He was truly one of a kind, a congenial traveling companion and a great friend to all with a humorous slant on life that always kept our spirits high a kind man with a big heart for everyone who crossed his path. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. "He rocked arena all over the world and succeeded in living his dream. He was there for me in 2014 when times were tough, a true friend. One of the buggies, driven by Van Zandt crashed, and Junstrom rushed over to help turn it back upright. We are sending our devoted love, strength and comfort to his wife Thania and Larrys family. By Libby Birk Larry Junstrom, best known as a founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd and 38 Special, has passed away.He was 70. Junstrom first met Ronnie Van Zandt as a teenager when he noticed a group of boys racing beach buggies down his street. May the God of comfort give you ll that you need to get through your grief. There will never be another like him. R.I.P. Larry Junstrom, former Lynyrd Skynyrd and 38 Special - Yahoo! He was truly one of a kind, a congenial traveling companion and a great friend to all with a humorous slant on life that always kept our spirits . Junstrom helped form Lynyrd Skynyrd in 1964 with his high school classmates - vocalist Ronnie Van Zant, drummer Bob Burns and guitarists Gary Rossington and Allen Collins - under the name My Backyard. He was truly one of a kind, a congenial traveling companion and a great friend to all with a humorous slant on life that always kept our spirits high a kind man with a big heart for everyone who crossed his path. Six years later, Junstrom joined Ronnie Van Zants younger brother Donnie Van Zants band .38 Special and worked on their first self-titled studio album in 1977. The news was announced on Sunday via statement . [1] He was also one of the founding members of the Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd. Born Lawrence E. Junstromin Pittsburgh on June 22, 1949, Junstrom was one of the founding members of Southern rock icons Skynyrd, joining the Jacksonville-Florida-bred band after singer Ronnie Van Zant, drummer Bob Burns and guitaristsGary Rossington and Allen Collins joined forces in 1964 as My Backyard. Death 5 Oct 2019 (aged 70) Interlachen, Putnam County, Florida, USA. Lawrence Edward Junstrom, 70, passed away on October 5, 2019 in Palatka, FL. EXCLUSIVE: Head teacher of leading grammar school is sacked for sending parents a list of striking teachers. That was our road managers duty to carry a briefcase with probably $250,000 in cash to bail people out of jail and placate hotel owners. How remorseless Stephen Bear continued his arrogant antics up until Do not sell or share my personal information. Rossington, 67, underwent surgery in July after complaining of fatigue and other issues, which led doctors to discover a leaky heart valve. In August, they were forced to postpone shows so that founding member Gary Rossington could recover from heart surgery. Larry Junstrom performs at the Arena at Gwinnett Center on April 13, 2012 in Duluth, Ga. 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