Singer and songwriter Rick Davies who was also the co-founder of the British rock band ‘Supertramp’ has passed away at the age of 81. He passed away on September 5, at his Long Island home after his prolonged battle with Cancer. He was suffering from multiple myeloma which is a type of blood cancer. The news of his demise was shared through a statement from his band, according to Variety. “The Supertramp Partnership is very sad to announce the death of the Supertramp founder, Rick Davies, after a long illness. Rick passed away at his home on Long Island on September 5th. We had the privilege of knowing him and playing with him for over fifty years. We offer our sincere condolences to Sue Davies,” the statement read.The band further wrote on social media, “As co-writer, along with partner Roger Hodgson, he was the voice and pianist behind Supertramp’s most iconic songs, leaving an indelible mark on rock music history.” The heartfelt note read further, “His soulful vocals and unmistakable touch on the Wurlitzer became the heartbeat of the bands’ sound. Beyond the stage, Rick was known for his warmth, resilience, and devotion to his wife Sue, with whom he shared over five decades. After facing serious health challenges, which kept him unable to continue touring as Supertramp, he enjoyed performing with his hometown buds as Ricky and the Rockets.”He was diagnosed with Cancer in 2015. The band ‘Supertramp’ was co-founded by Rick and Roger Hodgson. Rick was one of the two co-founders and the front man. He was the chief song writer. Davies had continues to lead the band after Roger’s departure in 1983. However, in 2015, the band’s European tour was cancelled due to his cancer diagnosis.
