Guitar Legend Jeff Beck Dies At Age 78

Guitar legend Jeff Beck died unexpectedly and suddenly today at the age of 78 following a bout with bacterial meningitis. Beck was an artist of the guitar in many forms, eras, and collaborations that earned him a place amongst the top twenty guitarists of all time on almost every best-of list. From The Yardbirds, Jeff Beck Group, solo albums, and up to his most recent tour and collaboration with Johnny Depp; Beck played the part of the cool guitar hero better than anyone. Also a car aficionado, Beck always kept audiences guessing and his fiery guitar work was highly influential in jazz, metal, and prog. We will provide more details as we hear them..

On behalf of his family, it is with deep and profound sadness that we share the news of Jeff Beck’s passing. After suddenly contracting bacterial meningitis, he peacefully passed away yesterday. His family ask for privacy while they process this tremendous loss. pic.twitter.com/4dvt5aGzlv

— Jeff Beck (@jeffbeckmusic) January 11, 2023