American guitarist Eric Carmen died this past weekend. He was 74.
Eric Carmen dies: What’s the cause of death?
Eric Carmen, the singer-songwriter celebrated for his iconic hit All By Myself, passed away peacefully in his sleep over the weekend, as announced by his wife, Amy, on his official website.
Amy Carmen’s statement did not specify a cause of death, leaving fans and the music community to remember his contributions to music during this sudden and sad time.
“It brought him great joy to know, that for decades, his music touched so many and will be his lasting legacy. Please respect the family’s privacy as we mourn our enormous loss. ‘Love Is All That Matters…Faithful and Forever’,” Amy wrote.
Eric Carmen biography
Born on 11 August 1949, in Cleveland, Ohio, Eric Carmen came from a family of Russian Jewish immigrants and showed an early affinity for music.
From mimicking famous personalities at the age of two to joining the Dalcroze Eurhythmics program by three, Carmen’s childhood was steeped in musical education.
His serious engagement with music saw him teaching himself guitar with a Beatles chord book after the realisation that traditional lessons weren’t aligning with his aspirations.
Carmen’s musical journey took a significant turn during his time with Cyrus Erie and later the Raspberries, a band that became a staple of early 1970s power pop.
As the lead singer and a prolific songwriter, Carmen’s talent shone through, especially after embarking on a solo career in 1975.
His solo ventures brought the world hits like All by Myself and Never Gonna Fall in Love Again, songs that highlighted his knack for crafting emotional, resonant ballads.
His discography, marked by a transition to soft rock and power ballads, saw varying degrees of commercial success but left an indelible mark on the music scene.
Carmen’s ability to wear multiple hats, from performer to songwriter, allowed him to continue influencing the industry even when he stepped back from the spotlight.
Notably, his song Hungry Eyes contributed to the success of the film Dirty Dancing, and Make Me Lose Control topped the Adult Contemporary charts, proving his enduring appeal.
Personal milestones also painted the canvas of Carmen’s life, from his marriages and the birth of his children to his eventual return to Ohio, signalling a full-circle moment in his geographical and personal journey.
Reactions to Carmen’s death
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The news of Eric Carmen’s passing has elicited a wave of tributes from fans and peers alike, with many taking to social media to express their condolences and share memories of how his music touched their lives.