NAME: ian worle
LOCATION: east sussex
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 01 Apr 2015
Time: 06:47:25

COMMENTS

a truly wonderful musician who I first had the pleasure of seeing with Cream when I was a teenager,Youre songs were an inspiration and your voice just wonderful.I really hope you are sitting on top of the world.

NAME: Joel Weeks
LOCATION: New York
Email: jweeks
[at]: johnsonoutdoors
[dot]: com
Date: 01 Apr 2015
Time: 11:05:22

COMMENTS

Still cannot believe he is gone, all best wishes possible to Jack's family. Not knowing Jack personally he still had a great impact on my musical tastes and playing styles and for that I will always be thankful. Rest in peace brother...

NAME: Michael Ustick
LOCATION: Ottawa, Canada
Email: ustickm
[at]: primus
[dot]: ca
Date: 02 Apr 2015
Time: 08:46:28

COMMENTS

Very sad to learn of Jack's passing some months after the event. The searing voice of a quintessentially romantic soul. His music has always meant a lot, especially the early solo material (Harmony Row). Thanks to him for his enrichment of my life.

NAME: Joe Colangelo
LOCATION: Boynton Beach, Florida
Email: c2cjoe
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 02 Apr 2015
Time: 17:16:12

COMMENTS

I have always admired his playing and singing loved his voice---his songwriting is and always will be inspirational---I play bass m also and have had much of the same equipment thru my years--- He will be greatly missed but always remembered

NAME: Gene Turner
LOCATION: Martinez, Ga., USA
Email: Turnergeno
[at]: Yahoo
[dot]: Com
Date: 03 Apr 2015
Time: 20:36:25

COMMENTS

Jack was a great talent. He'll be sorely missed by all. Going up in the '60's, his(Cream's) music was part of my life.

NAME: Mike T
LOCATION: Dade City, FL
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 04 Apr 2015
Time: 07:53:48

COMMENTS

Jack, thanks for the music.

NAME: Alan Vysinka
LOCATION: Mesquite, Nevada, USA
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 05 Apr 2015
Time: 13:51:07

COMMENTS

What a tremendous musician and human being. I've heard nothing but good things about him and his music speaks for itself. The world is a sadder place without him.

NAME: Bob
LOCATION: America
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 06 Apr 2015
Time: 14:59:18

COMMENTS

During my tour in Vietnam some 45 years ago, Cream and a few others helped us keep our sanity. Sorry for your and our loss. Thank you.

NAME: steve smith
LOCATION: United Kingdom
Email: .
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 10 Apr 2015
Time: 06:44:47

COMMENTS

The greatest Bass player of all time and a wonderful singer to boot.

NAME: Lawrence Welsh
LOCATION: Oak wood, Ohio. USA
Email: lpcwelsh
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 11 Apr 2015
Time: 12:01:40

COMMENTS

I wasn't aware of Jack's passing. He will be missed.

NAME: Terry Pryor
LOCATION: United States, Missouri
Email: tpryor
[at]: stloelive
[dot]: com
Date: 11 Apr 2015
Time: 12:21:51

COMMENTS

Jack, the greatest rock singer and bass player in the universe. Man I miss that guy and his song writing. I got hooked on Jack while sitting in a 68 Corvette and listing to Disraeli Gears, I was 15 so it was a friends vette. Keep on smiling everyone!

NAME: Orlando Carvalho
LOCATION: Lisbon-Portugal
Email: odecarvalho
[at]: mac
[dot]: com
Date: 12 Apr 2015
Time: 04:54:20

COMMENTS

I met Jack in 1971 at a London small jazz club I saw him live at The MSG in October 2005 He was my mentor in the art of enjoying music pleasure I Thank him for that

NAME: Emison Lewis
LOCATION: Houston, TX
Email: lewis1345
[at]: sbcglobal.net
[dot]:
Date: 14 Apr 2015
Time: 16:17:37

COMMENTS

Great bass player and fantastic voice and all around talent. He will be missed all over the world.

NAME: Jack Kelly
LOCATION: Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Email: heather_john
[at]: ns.sympatico
[dot]: ca
Date: 19 Apr 2015
Time: 16:00:11

COMMENTS

My favourite bass players to study and listen to when I was a teenager in a rock band back in the "60's was Jack Bruce and Paul McCartney. Their playing styles were so unique and they set the course for most aspiring bass players of the day. When I listened to Jack Bruce my jaw would drop from trying to imagine just what he playing. He was so gifted and his music is timeless.I am saddened by the news of his passing and send my sincere condolences to his family.

NAME: Marianne ruggiero
LOCATION: Topsfield ma
Email: Mkruggiero
[at]: Comcast
[dot]: Net
Date: 19 Apr 2015
Time: 17:54:54

COMMENTS

Saved my life and always my best comfort. He has a huge part in my being. Continue to be grateful to him. He still is a guardian angel. Lost my bro in '72. Mom 2 yrs ago. They have never stopped rejoicing. Love the Man. Thank you.

NAME: Juergen Mische
LOCATION: Bielefeld,Germany
Email: info
[at]: mixedsociety
[dot]: de
Date: 21 Apr 2015
Time: 09:51:33

COMMENTS

He was the greatest storyteller on bass. Now his shadow is pointing on Ginger, the only one, who also can do this on his drums.

NAME: Maurizio
LOCATION: Milano
Email: frulmxc
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: it
Date: 21 Apr 2015
Time: 16:22:09

COMMENTS

A Legend of our music. R.I.P. Bruce, in our heart forever.

NAME: Douglas Hancock
LOCATION: Melbourne, Australia
Email: dmwhancock
[at]: iCloud
[dot]: com
Date: 23 Apr 2015
Time: 16:46:28

COMMENTS

So sorry to hear the news. Jack was a big part of the soundtrack to my life.

NAME: Andrew Barr
LOCATION: New England
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 23 Apr 2015
Time: 17:08:53

COMMENTS

As a huge music fan...I'm shocked that I did not know this. What an impact Bruce had on music from the 60's on!

NAME: Janet Hewitt
LOCATION: North Glasgow
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 01 May 2015
Time: 05:41:24

COMMENTS

I grew up listening to Jack Bruce, a warm truly talented musician. So proud of my fellow Glaswegian !! Watching him now at the Cream concerts 2005 at the Royal Albert Hall, a fantastic show as always! So sad to hear of his passing , a prayer and love sent to his family. God Bless him. X

NAME: Diane Worthington
LOCATION: Brookings. OR
Email: dianecolglazier
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 02 May 2015
Time: 02:19:49

COMMENTS

One of my first favorite bands was Cream !!!

NAME: Steve Davies
LOCATION: N.H. U.S.A
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 02 May 2015
Time: 17:57:22

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce, you will be missed but never forgotten, your voice and lyrics are etched in my head forever. A TRUE ROCKnROLL GOD !

NAME: Andy Crook
LOCATION: Springwood, NSW, Australia
Email: davidave2
[at]: westnet com
[dot]: au
Date: 02 May 2015
Time: 18:16:52

COMMENTS

Jack has been my favourite bass player and rock-blues singer for over thirty years. The stuff he did with Cream was ground-breaking, particularly for such a young man. Then, at age 33 he mentored by drum hero, Simon Phillips, who was just 19. They formed the most creative and inspiring rhythm section I've heard in any genre. I was very moved by Simon's tribute on the legacy page. Rest in Peace, Jack. Thanks for so much wonderful music, and an leaving an extraordinary legacy as a musician and man. Andy

NAME: Geertjan de Brouwer
LOCATION: Tilburg, The Netherlands
Email: geert.jan
[at]: me
[dot]: com
Date: 05 May 2015
Time: 10:06:13

COMMENTS

My sympathy to Jack's family, friends & fans. I've just now found out about his departure from this world and was struck by the thought that this genius was mortal after all. I grew up with the music of superband The Cream and always when I find their music on a car-stereo or on some music playlist, I feel a teenager again. Probably as long as I live. Rest in Peace Jack, and thank you for the music!

NAME: Alan McAfee
LOCATION: Twickenham
Email: mac.mcafee
[at]: hotmail.co.
[dot]: uk
Date: 06 May 2015
Time: 11:11:46

COMMENTS

~ Your music and words have enriched my life....sleep well, Jack.

NAME: Edward Soto
LOCATION: East Los Angeles
Email: semikhaels777
[at]: msn
[dot]: com
Date: 09 May 2015
Time: 14:44:31

COMMENTS

Jack is absolutely one of the all time greats. He could do it all: sing (should have been in the top 100 of the Rolling Stone magazine article); compose (very inventive); play (his bass playing is inventive, melodic, beautiful)he set the standard in many ways.

NAME: derek searle
LOCATION: colchester
Email: dereksearle
[at]: yahoo.co.uk
[dot]:
Date: 09 May 2015
Time: 15:51:17

COMMENTS

I HAVE KNOWN JACK AND MAGARIT FOR 30 YEARS AND LOOK AFTER THERE HOUSE AND GARDEN AND STILL DO JACK ALWAYS GAVE TIME FOR A CHAT AND SIGN AUTOGRAPHS FOR ME TO AUCTION FOR CHARITYS IE HELP THE HEREOS SADLY MISSED REST IN PEACE. DEREK AND BERNIE

NAME: John Flanagan
LOCATION: Calgary Canada
Email: jlflan2004
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: ca
Date: 11 May 2015
Time: 00:02:58

COMMENTS

Thank you Elohim for the great gift of John Simon Asher Bruce. He is the quintessential artist who did give you glory. 'TO BE ABSENT FROM THE BODY IS TO BE PRESENT WITH THE LORD." Jesus, may you comfort all of us who loved him especially his family. 'The Best Is Still To Come.'

NAME: Alessandro
LOCATION: Italy
Email: tasselli_alessandro
[at]: yahoo.it
[dot]:
Date: 11 May 2015
Time: 09:01:31

COMMENTS

Legends like Bruce will never be forgotten; may the younger generations learn from his music and be inspired by his soul; his musivc will leave forever

NAME: Gary Watts
LOCATION: Portland OR.
Email: wattsg49
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 12 May 2015
Time: 03:10:20

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was a fantastic musician by any standard. His songwriting was truly incredible.I worked at The Scene in New York in 1968. I was always hoping he would come down those stairs, and give me a hug!Jack can honestly say "I Feel Free" now.I've been playing music now for over fifty years with bands, and haven't heard anyone that impressed me more.And, how about those solo albums!I have 14 GRANDCHILDREN, and four children...I am sure that Jack's music will carry on for many generations too come...Miss you Jack!Much love to your family...

NAME: Mark Sebly
LOCATION: Wimberley ,Texas
Email: msebly
[at]: Yahoo
[dot]: Com
Date: 12 May 2015
Time: 11:03:40

COMMENTS

Thank you ,Jack,for your voice,your songs,,and your incredible musicianship ! I'm sure that I echo a thousand voices when I say that YOU are the reason so many of us are Bassists.I know you had so much pain and suffering in your later years. You are free now,dear brother,but your voice lives on in our hearts.my thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your dear ones.Rest in peace, dear Jack!

NAME: JON PATRICK
LOCATION: Texas,USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 14 May 2015
Time: 16:07:05

COMMENTS

I always looked forward to this day because we could rejoice and share something personal with this man who gave the world so much beauty through his art.Nothing will change ,the energy is alive -as is the passion and spirit .It's only the physical manifestation that has changed.We'll meet again my friend .Until that time Happy Birthday Jack!

NAME: Bill Carey
LOCATION: New Zealand
Email: bill.denise
[at]: ymail
[dot]: com
Date: 15 May 2015
Time: 06:07:15

COMMENTS

Gone, but never forgotten, what a legacy. Thanks

NAME: Cameron McGlasham
LOCATION: Glemsford Suffolk
Email: Cameronmc1
[at]: aol
[dot]: .com
Date: 16 May 2015
Time: 14:53:44

COMMENTS

Pure inspiration, remarkable man and music.

NAME: Ed Carson
LOCATION: USA
Email: misfit422
[at]: sbcglobal
[dot]: net
Date: 16 May 2015
Time: 21:17:05

COMMENTS

always fluid with grace and style he battered his bass with a heartfelt smile all over the world mile after mile! a troubadour and a true gentleman! Thank You so much Jack Bruce!

NAME: STEVE NOTO
LOCATION: USA
Email: SNOT8
[at]: AOL.COM
[dot]:
Date: 18 May 2015
Time: 15:07:38

COMMENTS

THANKS FOR THE MUSIC YOU WILL BE MISSED

NAME: giancarlo salce
LOCATION: pescara (italy)
Email: gcarlosalce
[at]: live
[dot]: it
Date: 22 May 2015
Time: 05:03:42

COMMENTS

thank you Jack, God bless you.

NAME: mark
LOCATION: us
Email: markkhale
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 25 May 2015
Time: 19:28:00

COMMENTS

I loved and admired Jack. My heart is broken because I just now heard of his passing. My condolences to his wife and family. Jack will live forever through his music but I will miss him now that hes gone.

NAME: Ty Brando
LOCATION: Nashville, TN
Email: tybrando
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 25 May 2015
Time: 23:34:53

COMMENTS

One of the greats . . . will surely be missed!

NAME: Angelo Pucci
LOCATION: Fano, Italy
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 27 May 2015
Time: 18:48:15

COMMENTS

What can I say? Jack's music was the music of my youth. A was a gret music ibdeed. We were lucky to have such a music genius.

NAME: Jack Ryan
LOCATION: Manchester, CT USA
Email: redsky213
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 29 May 2015
Time: 21:03:37

COMMENTS

Your music will live beyond eternity

NAME: Lenny Henderson
LOCATION: Mesa, Arizona, USA
Email: lennyharp
[at]: yahoo.com
[dot]:
Date: 31 May 2015
Time: 03:12:01

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was the most exciting thing to happen to rock in many ways in the explosive 1960's. Many hundreds of listens to Crossroads from Wheels of Fire, with Jack and Eric in a guitar bass war of intense music. I have always loved to hear the subtle and sophisticated nuances of Jack's classical mixed with jazz and the bluesy feel of it all in his musical approach. His will last and even grow with time. I appreciate that Jack made personal progress and kept on playing thru to the end.

NAME: alan j
LOCATION: s.e.michigan
Email: ajkopaajk
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 05 Jun 2015
Time: 17:12:05

COMMENTS

Sadness in some sad times

NAME: Kirk L Davidson
LOCATION: United States ,Connecticut
Email: Kirkland1971
[at]: Yahoo
[dot]: Com
Date: 07 Jun 2015
Time: 09:59:01

COMMENTS

I was very sad to here of Jack Bruce passing. He was always one of my favorite artists. A tremendous talent has been taken from music. Songs for a Talor was nothing but brilliant. Wheels of fire was a major achivement in Rock Music History to name two the list goes on. He will be always remembered. Kirk Davidson

NAME: Kari Da
LOCATION: London
Email: karima.dardak
[at]: hotmail.co.uk
[dot]:
Date: 09 Jun 2015
Time: 23:10:09

COMMENTS

There is only 1 Jack bruce and his light shines on forever!

NAME: Peter John Butler
LOCATION: Brittany France
Email: pikey.butler
[at]: orange.fr
[dot]:
Date: 10 Jun 2015
Time: 13:02:13

COMMENTS

I got into Jack's music via Cream when I was about 15, and followed many of his musical journeys as a fan. I have spent my life as a professional singer, songwriter and bassist (double + Fender). My son is also a pro bassiste. I admire Jack so much for many reasons : so creative & original ! I'm sorry I never met him. Warm greetings and condolences to family & friends. Peter.

NAME: Maul Beisl
LOCATION: Brazil
Email: maubeisl
[at]: hotmail.co.uk
[dot]:
Date: 11 Jun 2015
Time: 08:58:31

COMMENTS

My heart will always be touched by his music and personality, as a musician and a bass player too, Jack is one of the most influential musician ever yet to be seen and remembered.

NAME: Andy Collins
LOCATION: US
Email: daddylog
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 13 Jun 2015
Time: 16:21:35

COMMENTS

Agree with Waters that Jack was most musically gifted rock bassist ever. He compared favorably with jazz'a best bassists and was always gracious. In the mid 70's, Jack was kind enough to speak with me after a gig...which many of "the stars" wouldn't do. God bless the family and friends of Jack. Every time I listen to Cream (or any of JB's stuff), I marvel and smile. "Things We Like" is one of the great absurd, musical recordings ever made. Peace!

NAME: Robert Laporte
LOCATION: Waterdown Ontario Canada
Email: rockcussion
[at]: sympatico
[dot]: Ca
Date: 13 Jun 2015
Time: 16:35:53

COMMENTS

Jack was and continues to be an inspiration to me as a musician and drummer. Jack's songwriting and voice and bass playing without without peer. Deepest condolences to the family and friends of Jack And thankfully we have his great legacy of music to challenge our complacency in pop music.

NAME: Thomas Ullrich
LOCATION: Germany
Email: tom.go-moraira
[at]: web
[dot]: de
Date: 21 Jun 2015
Time: 12:59:07

COMMENTS

Thank you for many ongoing hours of listening!

NAME: Fred Watson
LOCATION: Tampa, Fl
Email: watson65
[at]: tampabay.rr
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Jun 2015
Time: 13:49:26

COMMENTS

Mr. Bruca You and your music will be truly missed but forever in our hearts. RIP

NAME: Max Schmitz
LOCATION: Athens, Ohio, USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 28 Jun 2015
Time: 20:06:57

COMMENTS

As a bassist, Jack Bruce was one of my main inspirations. He will be sorely missed.

NAME: Brett Verrender
LOCATION: Australia
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 30 Jun 2015
Time: 22:37:37

COMMENTS

I still listen to your music every day Jack, it never gets old.

NAME: Kent Rapelje
LOCATION: Los Angeles,Ca. USA
Email: kandk3448
[at]: sbcglobal.net
[dot]:
Date: 05 Jul 2015
Time: 22:59:20

COMMENTS

God Bless you, Jack. Your music has carried me through many a difficult time. There was no one better.

NAME: Aaron
LOCATION: Mexico
Email: aaron1266
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 08 Jul 2015
Time: 13:17:52

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce will live in all his master strokes. He will live in music as it should be. As was before him passing away. His family knows this simple truth and that will always be their comfort.

NAME: Rick Noelcke
LOCATION: Cincinnati, Ohio USA
Email: rnolk2
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 08 Jul 2015
Time: 22:51:59

COMMENTS

I did not know of Jack's passing until recently while reading Tony Iommi's Facebook page. Jack was one of my favorite musicians. His voice and songs with Cream will forever be in my heart and mind. His music will live on forever. God be with him and your family.

NAME: PJS
LOCATION: California
Email: pjs782
[at]: cox
[dot]: net
Date: 12 Jul 2015
Time: 18:11:24

COMMENTS

Young in age, old in soul; a bassline on vinyl carried me to an exciting place away from squalor of a New York ghetto. The unfamiliar sensation of inspiration ran through my veins replacing the false ingredients pumped in since thirteen. It became my heartbeat, my pulse, my one true possession. Over four decades passed and the inspiration still allows me to feel free. Thank you, Jack.

NAME: Carlos Alberto
LOCATION: Lugo, Spain
Email: acn1970
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 13 Jul 2015
Time: 20:24:54

COMMENTS

Thanks for all that wonderful music, Jack. Now it sounds beyond the skies. We will miss you.

NAME: Charles Ruggerio
LOCATION: New Jersey USA
Email: charlz.ruggerio
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Jul 2015
Time: 15:50:02

COMMENTS

Jack was the reason I started playing bass, he will be missed every day. My thoughts are with the family. He influenced many many musicians. Truly an icon.

NAME: John Helak
LOCATION: New Jersey, USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 23 Jul 2015
Time: 03:46:55

COMMENTS

He broke new ground it seemed with every note he played, with every note he sang. He will be sorely missed by generations to come.

NAME: Jim Clash
LOCATION: New York
Email: Jamesmclash
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 24 Jul 2015
Time: 00:02:54

COMMENTS

The loss of Jack Bruce still reverberates big-time in the halls of jazz, blues and rock. Probably there was no greater virtuoso who could do it with the best of them across all areas of music with his vocals, bass, improvisation, writing - you name it. Jack also had a great sense of humor. We miss that wit and look forward to celebrating his life at the Sunshine memorial concert this fall. God bless Jack and his family.

NAME: Jim Meirose
LOCATION: New Jersey USA
Email: jmeirose
[at]: optonline.net
[dot]:
Date: 03 Aug 2015
Time: 07:22:52

COMMENTS

Jack's life and talent have been an inspiration to me. Thank God there was a Jack Bruce.

NAME: Thiago
LOCATION: Brazil
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 04 Aug 2015
Time: 11:58:34

COMMENTS

May your soul have peace!

NAME: Don Feltham
LOCATION: Oregon
Email: donjerue
[at]: comcast.net
[dot]:
Date: 05 Aug 2015
Time: 17:14:58

COMMENTS

One of the true giants, saw you in 1980 at Stony Brook NY and still remember how much greater than I believed Possible you were! Jam on in heaven!

NAME: Michael Garin
LOCATION: Shingle Springs, CA
Email: mrcorvette67
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 12 Aug 2015
Time: 09:45:59

COMMENTS

R.I.P. My friend!

NAME: Gerard Elder
LOCATION: Northumberland, England.
Email: gerard.elder
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 14 Aug 2015
Time: 08:06:12

COMMENTS

What to say? He was and will always be an inspiration. So many musical memories. He gave so much to the soundtrack of our lives. An irreplaceable presence. Thank you Jack. Thank you.

NAME: andres
LOCATION: duarte,california
Email: andresf_427
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 18 Aug 2015
Time: 13:48:20

COMMENTS

i was transformed by his music and how he colored the music to work with lyrics..reached for the high notes with soul in his vocals.as always progressive and his newer projects were explosive and creative.i watch his birthday dvd alot too.i had jacks solo albums after cresm.i miss him too.i will remember his musical memory and the energy i got from jack.my son is also playing bass to carry on.peace to you jack bruce,,,,

NAME: Lenny Paoletto
LOCATION: Oxnard, CA U.S.A.
Email: leonardpaoletto
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 18 Aug 2015
Time: 23:30:19

COMMENTS

God, how I'm going to miss you man. What will the world of music be without you? ALL MY LOVE TO YOU BROTHER AND TO YOUR FAMILY. May you find rest with your childsong in that final WHITE ROOM.

NAME: Norbert alias Mister magic
LOCATION: MAdrid
Email: enrique4y
[at]: yahoo.co.uk
[dot]:
Date: 29 Aug 2015
Time: 10:27:47

COMMENTS

I allways have enjoyed the bass line of Jacks bass guitar. The Cream has been one of my favorites and still are. . . . Magic

NAME: Robert Perry
LOCATION: UK
Email: robert
[at]: robertperrymusic
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 29 Aug 2015
Time: 14:03:06

COMMENTS

Thank you Mr Bruce. It was the music and bass playing of Jack Bruce who changed my life for the better. At the age of 16 I first heard his powerful sound and fell in love with it. I'm still in love. Hearing Cream playing live for the first time I was moved by the passion and beautiful note placing that has kept me smiling for many years. It was also the start of my own musical journey because I discovered a bass player and a composer in me.

NAME: marc maene
LOCATION: stalhille-belguim
Email: marc.maene
[at]: telenet.
[dot]: be
Date: 01 Sep 2015
Time: 12:04:05

COMMENTS

The first riff I wanted to play was "Sunshine of your love" ....because it gave you a status ,playing something from Cream!! Especially that bassriff,it touched me through and through!Then at the time what a band ,what a musicians...stunning,my respect for ever ,Jack ..play music upthere

NAME: Kevin Lynch
LOCATION: St. Louis MO. USA
Email: kevinearllynch
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 02 Sep 2015
Time: 19:58:12

COMMENTS

I always admired Jack's talent in regards to being a vocalist and a bassist. He was a great inspiration to me. Thank you

NAME: JaySullivan
LOCATION: Clear Lake Shores, Tx.
Email: perkedears
[at]: yahoo.com
[dot]:
Date: 08 Sep 2015
Time: 01:14:49

COMMENTS

Hi All, One of the most memorable nights of my life was seeing him at Fitzgerald's a few years back with Cream alumnies. The only artist who could come close is Tal Wilkenfeld. Jay

NAME: Glenn Fryer
LOCATION: Mid Wales
Email: glennx2002uk
[at]: yahoo.co
[dot]: uk
Date: 12 Sep 2015
Time: 08:19:53

COMMENTS

Just a brilliant songwriter and bassist....gonna miss Jack Bruce....

NAME: Adam Lundstrom
LOCATION: Olofstrom
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 16 Sep 2015
Time: 00:42:46

COMMENTS

Keep on shining old boy.

NAME: Adrian
LOCATION: Italy
Email: valenavp158
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 16 Sep 2015
Time: 08:20:23

COMMENTS

In loving memory...his music helped me through difficult times... "I HOLD that when a person dies His soul returns again to earth; Arrayed in some new flesh-disguise Another mother gives him birth. With sturdier limbs and brighter brain The old soul takes the road again..."

NAME: Tirso Cabral
LOCATION: Dominican Republic
Email: tirsocabral53
[at]: @gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 16 Sep 2015
Time: 23:30:45

COMMENTS

Excellent, always we follow your music , God rest him as a band Cream in heaven , and be able to meet them.

NAME: Elvin Warwick
LOCATION: Centeral, Texas
Email: elvinwarwick
[at]: windstream
[dot]: net
Date: 28 Sep 2015
Time: 15:19:51

COMMENTS

Love his and Eric and Gingers music ...grew up in this era and played Bass in a local Band....wish we could turn back time and do things over...mostly the music .......

NAME: Carlos Roberto Brasilicio
LOCATION: Brasil
Email: crbrasilis
[at]: hotmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 28 Sep 2015
Time: 15:25:31

COMMENTS

I very very special musician. God bless him.

NAME: Dirk sommer
LOCATION: Monaco
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 30 Sep 2015
Time: 15:50:28

COMMENTS

It was a great pleasure to know you Thanks For all the music !

NAME: Nilton Quaglioz
LOCATION: Rio de Janeiro - Brasil
Email: niltonquaglioz
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 01 Oct 2015
Time: 21:49:38

COMMENTS

Heroes do not die..., they are eternal!

NAME: Bruce D Snyder
LOCATION: Compton, Illinois
Email: BassBruce
[at]: thehealthyshoes
[dot]: com
Date: 04 Oct 2015
Time: 13:06:35

COMMENTS

Jack, Thank you for living your life to the fullest and inspiring me to pick up the bass. Your genius will live forever.

NAME: Jonathan Butler
LOCATION: Maida Vale
Email: jsphere2000
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 06 Oct 2015
Time: 05:57:58

COMMENTS

Dear Jack . Hard to find words from my heart. Tears .God bless you . JB

NAME: lee christian
LOCATION: bath, uk
Email: leechristianmusic
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 06 Oct 2015
Time: 08:41:18

COMMENTS

One of my earliest music memories is my parents listening to Cream. I Feel Free, Badge, Sunshine Of Your Love, SWALBR, The White Room, Crossroads and more were some of the first songs i knew & the members were some of the first musicians names i knew and knew that they were great players. When i was a teen in my first bands, i grew up covering Sunshine Of Your Love, partly inspired by Living Colour covering it for True Lies as they are my favourite band. When i was first trying to get somewhere with music (not that i have now stopped!) i called up what i thought was Jack's management, not realising it was his family home and Margrit was very sweet and encouraging. i really should have followed up on that but i felt kind of invasive so never did. so i genuinely wish her and the rest of the family well and join them in celebrating jacks' life and his incredible contribution to music. for real musicians he was a godfather & pioneer. lee x

NAME: R Martin
LOCATION: Roanoke Va
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 07 Oct 2015
Time: 23:06:23

COMMENTS

I miss Jack, who I knew only from his recordings and performances I attended. His music profoundly moved me.

NAME: Juan Lopez Salvador
LOCATION: La Laguna - Tenerife
Email: juan
[at]: jlsalvador
[dot]: com
Date: 09 Oct 2015
Time: 07:27:00

COMMENTS

He was the best

NAME: Greg Wallace
LOCATION: Columbus, Ohio
Email: gwmonklover
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 15 Oct 2015
Time: 21:33:34

COMMENTS

I met you in an elevator when I was badly injured and you were going the wrong way in Dayton. I was flabbergasted to meet my hero. I thoroughly enjoyed all the music from 1971 on, never missing a release except "Automatic" which I caught up with in 2009. No way to thank Jack for his efforts. RIP, singer of my soul.

NAME: Byron Stoehr
LOCATION: Canada
Email: bststoehr
[at]: rogers
[dot]: com
Date: 18 Oct 2015
Time: 16:50:58

COMMENTS

My greatest influence and one of my musical fathers. I play bass like I do because of Jack.

NAME: Tyler Stovall
LOCATION: Arkansas, USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 19 Oct 2015
Time: 09:47:01

COMMENTS

RIP, Mr. Bruce. Always will be my favorite musician. Your music spoke volumes.

NAME: Ron Tipping
LOCATION: London, Ontario, Canada
Email: rtipping6124
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 20 Oct 2015
Time: 20:14:25

COMMENTS

I was playing in one of my first bands in high school and at a fraternity house at The University of Western Ontario when a female student asked if we played any Cream. She had just returned from England where Cream and Jimi Hendrix had become huge. I told her I hadn't even heard of them. She said I certainly would. I began my search of record stores and when I finally found the first Cream record, I was blown away. I saw them at Massey Hall in Toronto on their only tour and Jack became my favorite musician for years to come. Still love him and we still play Cream and Jack Bruce songs in my present day band. We miss him but it is wonderful to be able to still enjoy his amazing and inspirational music.

NAME: colin maddams
LOCATION: rushden
Email:
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[dot]:
Date: 23 Oct 2015
Time: 05:26:06

COMMENTS

sadly missed...

NAME: Elle Ball
LOCATION: USA
Email: Neuroadvocate
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 26 Oct 2015
Time: 02:21:51

COMMENTS

To Magrit and Jack's Family I am thinking of Jack and all that he gave to me personally . I could not be in London for the memorial, but my heart is with you and so grateful for knowing his work and his triumph over adversity to produce the most inspired music. Thank you for sharing him with all of us. Eileen

NAME: Ross Seddon
LOCATION: Berwick Australia
Email: rseddon
[at]: projectcentre
[dot]: com.au
Date: 26 Oct 2015
Time: 15:17:29

COMMENTS

Thanks for music in touched my heart and soul. RIP

NAME: Jim Good
LOCATION: Edmonton, Canada
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 26 Oct 2015
Time: 15:51:32

COMMENTS

You got me started so many years ago. We all owe you so much. Rest in peace.

NAME: Denny Horn
LOCATION: Willow Grove PA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 27 Oct 2015
Time: 06:32:08

COMMENTS

Tis a sad day in the music world. Jack was a genius and the unmistakable voice of Cream. His legacy is huge and we will always have his songs to play....very loud!

NAME: Tina Craig
LOCATION: Phoenix, Arizona
Email: tina_craig
[at]: msn.
[dot]: com
Date: 27 Oct 2015
Time: 11:13:42

COMMENTS

Thank you for sharing your talent and skills with the world. You have left it a better place.

NAME: Steve Renouf
LOCATION: Jersey
Email: steve
[at]: srenterprises
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 31 Oct 2015
Time: 04:55:35

COMMENTS

A true inspiration to generations of bass players, myself included, as well as other musicians. Many are the driver I blew trying to get his bass sound! Lol! Now I discover it was because of a diode added into the circuitry of his guitars! Still, at least I now have one of them and shall remember him every time I play it. R.I.P. Jack. They broke the mold. In lasting memory, Steve

NAME: Dave Skerritt
LOCATION: Royal Oak, Michigan
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 31 Oct 2015
Time: 10:10:04

COMMENTS

I've enjoyed Jack's talents and, ability to sing and play the bass, piano, harmonica, and cello, for years. But his music also gripped me in a way that is impossible to describe. His song writing with pete brown's lyrics takes me to a great place beyond the the stress of my job and other mundane concerns of this world. "i'm so glad" I can still listen to his music that will live on forever but I will miss Jack. RIP Jack.

NAME: Rebecca Austin
LOCATION: Los Angeles, Ca.
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 01 Nov 2015
Time: 15:12:38

COMMENTS

RIP Jack. Cream was one of my most favorite bands in the 60s. Blues - one of my favorite genre of music. My condolences to the family.

NAME: Tracy Monthomery
LOCATION: Pocatello Idaho USA
Email: monttrac
[at]: isu
[dot]: edu
Date: 03 Nov 2015
Time: 05:55:57

COMMENTS

Condolences for the death of Jack Bruce. I much admired him, especially for his songwriting and beautiful singing.

NAME: Geraldine mullineaux
LOCATION: London
Email: Geraldinemull
[at]: Live.co
[dot]: Uk
Date: 05 Nov 2015
Time: 16:21:26

COMMENTS

I did try to see the concert at Ronnie Scott's but missed it and returned home Very sad rest in piece

NAME: Dave Skerritt
LOCATION: royal Oak, Michigan
Email: daveskerr.com
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 10 Nov 2015
Time: 16:00:37

COMMENTS

It has been just over a year since Jack died and I still miss him. I continue to enjoy his music.

NAME: Larry Winters
LOCATION: Atlantic, IA
Email: lbwintz
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 14 Nov 2015
Time: 04:08:00

COMMENTS

We will miss this great artist~~~ R.I.P.

NAME: jacopo Coamaducci
LOCATION: Arezzo Italy
Email: tiesti.lab
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 17 Nov 2015
Time: 10:01:31

COMMENTS

the best never rest.

NAME: DAVID PARKER
LOCATION: VICTORIA, BC, CANADA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 17 Nov 2015
Time: 21:38:36

COMMENTS

Stormy day here today, listened to a bunch of Cream stuff. Heavenly. Jack was such a gifted singer and musician. Won't see the likes of him again. Love you, Jack. DLP.

NAME: Dilson Siud
LOCATION: Sao Paulo Brazil
Email: dilson.siud
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 18 Nov 2015
Time: 18:32:48

COMMENTS

I'm a musician myself, more specifically a bass player. Needless to say that the inspiration that came from great players gives me the will to go on everyday on such a terrible country to be a musician. Jack Bruce is the hero of my heroes and a hero of mine too. Thank you for everything, Bruce. Hope you know, wherever you are, your importante in my life.

NAME: Leif S Jakobsen
LOCATION: Copenhagen, Denmark
Email: leif-s-jakobsen
[at]: youmail.dk
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2015
Time: 07:09:52

COMMENTS

First listened to Jack with Cream in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1967 - fabulous. Listened again in 1985 to Jack + 3 others in Copenhagen, where he played "Etheopia", which has never been released. I have most of his music collection, and shall always remember in my heart - condolencies to family and fellow musicians. Yours sincerely, Leif S. Jakobsen

NAME: Riccardo Radaelli
LOCATION: Lugano (switzerland)
Email: info
[at]: watchcenter
[dot]: ch
Date: 12 Dec 2015
Time: 08:38:47

COMMENTS

Many thanks for the excellent music that you have done and that would remain for the eternity. I had the pleasure to know you during the concert here in Lugano and some pictures remain in my mind Riccardo Radaelli

NAME: ANTONI
LOCATION: BARCELONA
Email: antonicarbo
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 19 Dec 2015
Time: 15:09:26

COMMENTS

I have some audio recordings from 1975 live in Barcelona and Madrid.best Toni Carbo

NAME: Reinhold Spiegelfeld
LOCATION: Vienna
Email: bass
[at]: speed
[dot]: at
Date: 22 Dec 2015
Time: 00:38:57

COMMENTS

Hero, I will never forget you

NAME: Tom Gray
LOCATION: Aberdeen
Email: tomgray
[at]: btinternet.com
[dot]:
Date: 22 Dec 2015
Time: 08:19:30

COMMENTS

A legend in the world of musiv

NAME: Ron Vickery
LOCATION: Yonkers, NY
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 23 Dec 2015
Time: 04:53:51

COMMENTS

Jack-You were the shit man...bass, vocals and pure heart....Miss ya but your music lives on. Peace....

NAME: Lawless
LOCATION: Midlands UK
Email: 2397563
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 28 Dec 2015
Time: 22:30:10

COMMENTS

Clapton God ?? bit steep that one. 50 years old massive skynyrd fan and just discovered cream via guys from skynyrd saying heroes were cream so followed links to cream utube... and JESUS!! Always had a thing that musical excellence comes out of scotland and wales also, bon, angus, texas del amitri, jones, bassey blahdy blah... and this just reinforces. The unique ( as it seems to me pre ozzy ) wailing and moaning and bang on bass is something very new to me (although very old too some) new and exciting to me. Obviously now discovered cream they were the forerunners for a lot to come after. Personal view so far, GOD was twins named bruce&baker... claptrap was okay till he opened his trap. Seriously. Just discovered Cream... many avenues to discover. Bit late but cheers Cream!!!!

NAME: Ray harrison
LOCATION: Bradford, W.Yorkshire
Email: rharrison27
[at]: hotmail.
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 03 Jan 2016
Time: 03:07:40

COMMENTS

Very Very sad at Jack's passing, condolences to his family, I believe in the afterlife so maybe we will meet up soon. Your Music especially with Eric & Ginger will live on forever, I have been a fanatical fan from 1966 while cream was alive and kicking. God Bless Jack, love and best wishes to his beautiful family :-)

NAME: Ray
LOCATION: Quick
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 03 Jan 2016
Time: 11:48:36

COMMENTS

I've known Jack Bruce through his music for years, but I didn't really know him. After reading and watching documentaries he was undoubtedly a force of nature in the musical world. My deepest feelings of sympathy and love go to his family with my sincere respect. Jack's music will live on forever. Ray Quick AR, U.S.A.

NAME: Wade Hoover
LOCATION: Pennsylvania, USA
Email: wadehoover01
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 04 Jan 2016
Time: 09:33:02

COMMENTS

His place in the history of music will be enshrined forever i am sure of that. Without his creative touches the bands he played in would not be the same bands. As each person brings something special to that special blend of magic that makes great bands. Jack will be remembered by peers and fans alike as someone who contributed much with his passion,talent and enthusiasm to his craft.

NAME: Larry McLaughlin
LOCATION: North Carolina U.S.A.
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 06 Jan 2016
Time: 20:03:12

COMMENTS

Theme for an Imaginary Western My all time favorite

NAME: Jeff Phillips
LOCATION: New Zealand
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 08 Jan 2016
Time: 04:52:18

COMMENTS

RIP

NAME: giuseppe
LOCATION: venezia
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 15 Jan 2016
Time: 02:59:15

COMMENTS

R.I.P.

NAME: Joe Malgeri
LOCATION: N.J.
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 20 Jan 2016
Time: 12:55:34

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce Will Always Be My favorite Bass Player of All Time. May He R.I.P.

NAME: Matt
LOCATION: Tacoma wa usa
Email: Guitarzan.mh
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 22 Jan 2016
Time: 07:30:31

COMMENTS

Got to see you play live ive always looked up to u both as a great human and musician you have inspired me through your music to be a musician. So now jack I will miss you good friend. Love matt

NAME: Dr Wayland Roberts PhD
LOCATION: Cammack Village, Arkansas, USA
Email: wgrthree
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 05 Feb 2016
Time: 11:44:28

COMMENTS

Made the music of my teenage years... music that last forever... hope to see you on the other side

NAME: paolo giuseppe caliari
LOCATION: milano - italy
Email: audiozone
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 11 Feb 2016
Time: 08:39:51

COMMENTS

bruce forever

NAME: Rick Buse
LOCATION: Hobart, Ind. - USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 20 Feb 2016
Time: 12:00:04

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was my teacher and inspiration. I learned that there was so much more possible with the bass guitar than the traditional thump-thump thing ! I spent many many hours listening to Wheels of Fire and his amazing work on that album, both instrumentally and vocally. My deepest sympathies to his family; the world of music lost a real treasure with his passing.

NAME: Hugh
LOCATION: Denver, CO, USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 23 Feb 2016
Time: 03:56:44

COMMENTS

Always loved Jack Bruce's singing and playing-what a talent!

NAME: Raymond Robert
LOCATION: Vancouver BC Canada
Email: jovialzohmbody
[at]: gmail
[dot]: ca
Date: 08 Mar 2016
Time: 16:45:02

COMMENTS

There was a time f someone had snuck on me and yelled "Say Something" I would have blurted 'Jack Bruce' - I loved him and his music from my first listening of Fresh Cream - reading the liner notes on Wheels of Fire I realized how fantastic versatile - he was - bought all his solo albums Songs For A Taylor n to Silver Rails and any album he sang or played on - Turn It Over - Escalator Over the Hill! The work with Kip Hanrahan - with Robin Trower - with Leslie West - Golden Palominos - Berlin - I listened to Jack Bruce almost every day - Sometimes all day - He was great from the beginning and got greater - The greatest. My favorite music-maker. His body has finished its work among us but Jack Bruce and his music are alive and kicking - I can hear him right now singing: 'My train left yesterday, but I'm still here to today' (Like A Plate) oh my... I made myself cry - o

NAME: Dave Skerritt
LOCATION: Royal Oak, Michigan
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 13 Mar 2016
Time: 23:12:24

COMMENTS

I recently listened to Songs For A Taylor and Harmony Row which are 2 of my favorite solo albums by Jack. I'm 60 years old and these songs bring back good memories. I have also gotten around to listening to the Cream recordings again and the music is great and the production is also exceptionally well for it's time ( we have Felix Pappalardi to thank for this, God rest his soul). The Cream studio recordings have aged well over time, perhaps like a fine wine ages well over time. The live recordings are different and interesting in and of themselves. I had read somewhere that Jack, Eric, and Ginger would go off on their individual improvisational excursions yet they still managed to come together to end the song. Examples of this can be heard on the live versions of Sweet Wine, N.S.W., and Spoonful. Anyway, I have made comments here before and I just wanted to touch base again. Thank you to Jack Bruce's family for keeping this open guestbook. I really appreciate it. RIP Jack.

NAME: Joe Hartka
LOCATION: Parkville MD
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 14 Apr 2016
Time: 13:16:33

COMMENTS

I started playing Bass in September 1975 solely because of Jack Bruce. Nobody knows who I am, but everybody knows who Jack was. All I have to do is play one of his songs, and they don't speak my name. They speak his. Now he dwells on Harmony Row. God's Blessings and comfort to Jack's family. RIP, Jack. You'll never be forgotten. Joe

NAME: Oscar S Cruz
LOCATION: Philadelphia Pennsylvania
Email: Oscjr53
[at]: Yahoo
[dot]: Com
Date: 17 Apr 2016
Time: 01:48:46

COMMENTS

I saw jack in person at few times as a 16 year old and a 55 year old with my youngest son all i can say is i loved his music and he will be missed

NAME: Sandy
LOCATION: Huff
Email: easyriderm13
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 07 Jun 2016
Time: 18:22:25

COMMENTS

My Nanny (grandmother) was Scot-Irish, and it is with both pride and sadness that, as a musician who grew up in the seventies, his legacy will always be a part of my life soundtrack. God Bless and Prayers to Mr. Bruce's family and friends. Sincerely, Sandy Huff

NAME: Mark Porter
LOCATION: Liverpool
Email: Mojoporter46
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 15 Jun 2016
Time: 08:17:22

COMMENTS

I picked the bass up at 17 because old schoolmates but a band together and nobody had a bass. It was an old SG copy. I'm 44 now and Jack's playing inspires me everyday to to try and improve. My favourite song to play is "Sunshine..." Jack did so much to change the perception of the instrument. Very, very sorely missed.

NAME: Anne Holland
LOCATION: Ft Lauderdale, FL
Email: ashwindy99
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 26 Jun 2016
Time: 02:24:44

COMMENTS

I was fortunate to see Jack Bruce performing with Cream during their FarewellTour at the Baltimore Civic Center in 1969. I watched the Farewell Cream Concert from the Albert Hall tonight. Amazing musicians!!!

NAME: Eric
LOCATION: Jorgensen
Email: eric38gto
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 16 Jul 2016
Time: 14:51:00

COMMENTS

So glad I was able to catch two of your performances over the years!

NAME: Eroc
LOCATION: Germany
Email: eroc
[at]: eroc
[dot]: de
Date: 24 Jul 2016
Time: 06:09:35

COMMENTS

In my younger days I grew up with Jack's bassplaying and his wonderful voice, giving CREAM their unique face. We played his songs in our bands and throughout my whole life he always was "the voice & the bass" for me. Now, in my older days, I'm still with him remastering his productions (right now e.g. "Seven Moons" with Robin Trower) for today's music lovers and for the future. So he's around and will always be...

NAME: Winston O
LOCATION: Seattle, USA
Email: wlodell
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 25 Jul 2016
Time: 22:19:50

COMMENTS

Thank you, Mr. Bruce, for your truly wonderful and profoundly significant contribution to the music world of rock & roll and rhythm & blues!

NAME: Ross Williams
LOCATION: Stoke-on-Trent
Email: rosswilliams25
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Oct 2016
Time: 20:14:35

COMMENTS
The most influential musician throughout my life, I used to try to sing like Jack (never could, obviously). Lucky enough to see him a couple of times. RIP Jack.
NAME: Anthony V
LOCATION: Fontana, Ca
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 25 Oct 2016
Time: 10:29:30

COMMENTS
Jack I never met you but the music you created is something that will forever be carried on! Because of bands like Cream i a am a musician and play on my church praise team. God bless you and your family.
NAME: DAVID LAYTON
LOCATION: ENCINO, CA
Email: davidbruce1219
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 27 Oct 2016
Time: 22:06:52

COMMENTS
Had the good fortune of seeing the reunion show as well as West, Bruce & Laing. He will be missed!!!!!!!!!!!!!
NAME: Jenny Layzell
LOCATION: Australia
Email: jrlayzell
[at]: Iprimus.com.
[dot]: Au
Date: 06 Nov 2016
Time: 01:05:22

COMMENTS
What a legend! I really admire Jack's playing, composing and the way he leads the others on stage. I have been a Cream fan all my life and Jack will be sorely missed. Thank :God they all played together again when they did. RIP Jack
NAME: Patrick Burke
LOCATION: Hawaii
Email: patburke44
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 20 Nov 2016
Time: 20:35:05

COMMENTS
I first saw Jack with Cream at the Whisky-a-go-go before they were even known in the states - hadn't had their first hit. They played two sets a night two nights in a row. I attended all four where my mind was so altered that i never looked back. Jack did Traintime harmonica solo for 25 minutes as did each of the band their solos. All of my life and I am 72 now I tried as hard as I could to be as good a player as Jack, but he has always held the spot I craved when it comes to bass playing and singing. It is still hard to fathom this loss...... Patrick Burke of the "Fields"
NAME: Ernest Racz
LOCATION: USA
Email: ernestracz1
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 03 Dec 2016
Time: 06:07:27

COMMENTS
Dear Jack You are in Heaven but in my heart I just saw the grim news that you passed away, but that is not tru You music will live forever, you voice is in my heart I grew up in Romania and in the late 60's I was always amazed of your vocals and bass guitar play. you will live in my memory forever May god rest you at peace forever
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LOCATION: NoEVcFNf
Email: xIeGofOEISoPmC
[at]: nJfzSheZvg
[dot]: JcuKFbDJ
Date: 09 Dec 2016
Time: 16:00:04

COMMENTS
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LOCATION: HVxzhAJazXEGznXCogF
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Date: 09 Dec 2016
Time: 22:21:44

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NAME: Reg Bromwich
LOCATION: Sydney, Australia
Email: rmbrom
[at]: tpg
[dot]: com.au
Date: 15 Dec 2016
Time: 19:14:49

COMMENTS
To the Bruce family, Our sadness in Jack's passing is immeasurable and we are sorry for your loss. Still missing you always Jack, your songs still play in our hearts and home...........forever.
NAME: Dave Kitson
LOCATION: Queensland Australia
Email: Splitpin1966
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 17 Dec 2016
Time: 03:52:47

COMMENTS
True legend of his time. RIP
NAME: Wynn
LOCATION: Northern California
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 19 Dec 2016
Time: 13:21:21

COMMENTS
Great player, great songwriter. Missed seeing you live.
NAME: Klaus Tesching
LOCATION: Muenster, Germany
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 26 Dec 2016
Time: 18:09:53

COMMENTS
A wonderful musician whose music I miss very much. His songs carried me through the days for a long time. Thanks deep from my heart.
NAME: David Leach
LOCATION: Hunters Hill,Sydney,NSW ,Australia.
Email: davidleach001
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 12 Mar 2017
Time: 19:11:59

COMMENTS
I was saddened at the passing of Jack.We got no chance to see the Cream here ,one my mates Greg Hooke(musician) said he had a great voice,I agree and had several Cream albums.Of course his bass playing was brilliant and I have a copy of the 2005 reunion concert at the Albert Hall.He seems a gentle person and caring with a great talent,we won't see the likes of Jack again with his charisma.r.i.p. Mate,god bless.ps,Greg is going to tape some of his solo albums for,I can't wait.Dave.
NAME: David Leach
LOCATION: Hunters Hill,Sydney,NSW ,Australia.
Email: davidleach001
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 15 Mar 2017
Time: 18:43:11

COMMENTS
I was saddened at the passing of Jack.We got no chance to see the Cream here ,one my mates Greg Hooke(musician) said he had a great voice,I agree and had several Cream albums.Of course his bass playing was brilliant and I have a copy of the 2005 reunion concert at the Albert Hall.He seems a gentle person and caring with a great talent,we won't see the likes of Jack again with his charisma.r.i.p. Mate,god bless.ps,Greg is going to tape some of his solo albums for,I can't wait.Dave.
NAME: Taylor Graves
LOCATION: Portland OR
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 17 Mar 2017
Time: 22:54:26

COMMENTS
Jack had the most beautiful and haunting voice, NOBODY WILL EVER BE EQUAL. I love all his work, and wish he would have hung out a while longer... Thank you for making the music world different, with your voice, and my life better. Heaven is good for you...
NAME: Axel ottens
LOCATION: Reno nv
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 04 May 2017
Time: 22:40:10

COMMENTS
Miss you jack I'm still looking for that rope ladder
NAME: Duncan
LOCATION: Australia
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 14 May 2017
Time: 11:21:47

COMMENTS
unforgotten
NAME: Ken
LOCATION: New York
Email: ken_powell
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 20 May 2017
Time: 17:00:57

COMMENTS
I missed Cream in 65. For my birthday I was given 2 tickets to see Jack at Madison Square with the Cream tour in 2005. There is no one else who has influenced my life like he did, If I was on a desert island, "I'm so glad" would be the song. God bless you Jack..................Keep rocink pal

NAME: Harri Eurich
LOCATION: Germany
Email: Harri.Eurich
[at]: googlemail
[dot]: com
Date: 01 Jan 2015
Time: 15:04:44

COMMENTS

One of the best bassguitarplayers and musicians of all time has passed away. Never forget the first time I heard Creams Sunshine of your love.Fantastic! RIP Jack, unforgotten.

NAME: Jan Horngren
LOCATION: Sweden
Email: jan_horngren
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 02 Jan 2015
Time: 05:53:50

COMMENTS

Thank you for the Music, the Lyrics and recordings and performanes. Your music will live forever!

NAME: Marcia T Kaiser
LOCATION: Chicago, IL USA
Email: Marcia.Kaiser
[at]: SearsHC
[dot]: com
Date: 02 Jan 2015
Time: 18:47:04

COMMENTS

My late Husband, Andrew J. Kennedy, and I had the privilege of seeing Jack perform during his stint with the Ringo Starr All Starr Band. Jack's performance was awesome and the highlight of the show. His voice and basswork on the classic Cream songs phenomenal, and caused us to rediscover the majesty of his music. It was one of our most memorable concert experiences. May God bless Jack.

NAME: Colin McIntosh
LOCATION: Lanrkshire
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 02 Jan 2015
Time: 20:14:19

COMMENTS

Such a sad loss. I saw Jack in Hamilton in around 1970, and again in Perth last year and he enthralled both times. I'll always be listening to him, like lots of other people, so a wee bit of him will survive in our hearts as well as his family's. My thoughts go to those close to him.

NAME: alex copland
LOCATION: essex, england
Email: alexandercopland
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: co.ukI never met
Date: 02 Jan 2015
Time: 21:04:54

COMMENTS

I never met nor knew Mr Bruce, but I admired his work with Cream, Alexis Korner et al. Such was his repute that, when he parted from 'the other two' my buddies and I were first in the queue to buy 'Things We Like.' If memory serves, he bought a small Scottish island, off the North East coast. "The peas are boiled to death."

NAME: Daniel
LOCATION: Wauwatosa, Wi. USA
Email:
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Date: 03 Jan 2015
Time: 14:00:09

COMMENTS

Your music lives forever.

NAME: Henry Franssen
LOCATION: Netherlands
Email:
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Date: 05 Jan 2015
Time: 13:26:06

COMMENTS

One of the most legendary Bass players, the world will miss him, thanks for your music Jack !

NAME: Greg Theodosis
LOCATION: Michigan,USA
Email: gregtheodosis
[at]: hushmail
[dot]: .com
Date: 05 Jan 2015
Time: 14:41:38

COMMENTS

God Bless you Jack. You will forever live on in our memorys. RIP

NAME: Ethan Brackley
LOCATION: Europe
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 06 Jan 2015
Time: 14:13:55

COMMENTS

I would like to thank Jack, wherever he may be now for his beautiful gift to the world

NAME: Johnny Nyloevold
LOCATION: Oslo
Email: johnny.nylovold
[at]: getmail
[dot]: no
Date: 06 Jan 2015
Time: 17:29:13

COMMENTS

Good old Jack, my favourite bassplayer from the early days with Cream, - then West, Bruce & Laing and all your soloalbums. I will continue listening to your music - your creative playing and your fantastic voice..up there from the "Rope ladder to the moon".

NAME: Tom Rosevear
LOCATION: Beijing, China
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 07 Jan 2015
Time: 03:30:37

COMMENTS

Listening to your music again and for the first time. You are an inspirational powerhouse. You speak volumes with passion and never failing originality. RIP Jack.

NAME: Denny Burgess
LOCATION: Newtown Australia
Email: dennysemail
[at]: bigppond.com
[dot]:
Date: 07 Jan 2015
Time: 16:13:00

COMMENTS

Jack JUST AWESOME!

NAME: Martin
LOCATION: Los Angeles
Email: mglicher
[at]: netzero
[dot]: net
Date: 07 Jan 2015
Time: 16:30:26

COMMENTS

Grew up in London in the 60s and was lucky enough to see Cream at Royal Albert Hall in '68. Thanks largely to Jack's contribution they are still my favourite band and can't stop listening to the many versions of Politician and Sleepy Time Time in my car. What an absolute musical genius who will be forever missed and never forgotten.

NAME: Anthony Tedeschi
LOCATION: New York
Email: rainmulti
[at]: yahoo.com
[dot]:
Date: 08 Jan 2015
Time: 10:33:52

COMMENTS

Rest in peace.God finally has a great bass player.

NAME: coquerelle guy
LOCATION: france
Email: guy.coquerelle
[at]: orange
[dot]: fr
Date: 08 Jan 2015
Time: 14:22:16

COMMENTS

A great musician that I loved when he played with cream. A man that made me feel good music with his bass.

NAME: Priscilla DePetris
LOCATION: New Mexico
Email: prissdepetris
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 08 Jan 2015
Time: 19:29:36

COMMENTS

I have not watched tv or listened to the news for months and just discovered today that Jack Bruce is no longer with us. He was an AMAZING bass player and singer. God be with you Mr. Bruce.

NAME: Ludwig Luger
LOCATION: Munich, Germany
Email:
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Date: 09 Jan 2015
Time: 04:11:32

COMMENTS

Thanks Jack for your great music. I grew up with it,cream and blind faith Rest in peace Lu

NAME: Narottama Alden
LOCATION: United States
Email: tama1music
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 09 Jan 2015
Time: 18:44:36

COMMENTS

It hit me like lightening when I turned the page in Rolling Stone; I was blessed to see Jack with Spectrum Road at Yoshis, three days in a row! Up close and personal, what a joy. Playing violin and bass in school, then hearing Jack and Eric....like so many others. My beloved inspiration, thank you from the bottom of my heart, sunshine indeed!

NAME: George Loy
LOCATION: Monticello, Indiana
Email:
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Date: 09 Jan 2015
Time: 20:55:04

COMMENTS

The Beatles, Hendrix and then came Cream. His voice and inimitable bass drove that band. "Deserted Cities of thr Heart" one of my all-time favorites. A great voice, musician and composer. A lasting legacy.

NAME: Mark Gartrell
LOCATION: Hopkins, Minnesota, USA
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 10 Jan 2015
Time: 01:41:15

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce has always been and continues to be, a great influence in my life. The way that he played taught me how to jam and not be afraid to take musical chances. My condolences to the Bruce family.

NAME: Geary Doc Holody
LOCATION: Roy, Utah
Email: docholody53
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 10 Jan 2015
Time: 11:17:36

COMMENTS

Rest In Peace

NAME: Keith Bruce
LOCATION: Detroit,Michigan, USA
Email: Dragline
[at]: GMX
[dot]: Com
Date: 11 Jan 2015
Time: 00:35:18

COMMENTS

Growing up in Detroit I love rock music and we all considered Cream to be right up there with the best of them. I sure hope there's rock and roll in Heaven. Rest in peace Jack.

NAME: cutti
LOCATION: havertown
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 11 Jan 2015
Time: 13:03:05

COMMENTS

I am A grain of sand in the foundation of admiration of his talent - but with the strength of the entire foundation he can recognized and appreciated for the Skyscraper of creativity that he was. - simply put - Thank you for the enjoyment you have allowed.

NAME: Micheal Nash
LOCATION: New York New York
Email: cm005
[at]: nyc.rr
[dot]: com
Date: 11 Jan 2015
Time: 19:56:36

COMMENTS

I was addicted to Cream(who wouldn't be for god sakes)and Jack Bruce was the soul of that group. When "Songs for a Tailor" came out I was in Heaven ! I was fortunate to see Jack perform several times over the years, in clubs...the best venues to see him like being ringside...always singing his ass off with such gusto & passion... and playing his bass like a boxer always knocking me out !Such a talent...So where is Mr. Bruce now...I will bet he is on a "Step Ladder To The Moon...with a "Ticket To The Waterfall" vowing to "Never Tell Your Mother She's Out Of Tune"...God bless your family and God you Mr. Bruce...you are and will always be... without a doubt The Man !!! from just a fan.. but oh what a fan !!! Mike from N.Y.C. 1-11-2015

NAME: MaryAnne Steinert
LOCATION: Walnutport, PA, USA
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 13 Jan 2015
Time: 10:33:18

COMMENTS

I loved his voice. When as a young teen, I heard Cream, I always relished the songs in which his wonderful voice was front and center! Of course, his playing was awesome too! May he rest in peace!

NAME: Todd J Schneider
LOCATION: United States
Email: todd3205
[at]: sbcglobal
[dot]: net
Date: 13 Jan 2015
Time: 17:48:43

COMMENTS

From just a 60 year old guy in Ohio - Jack's was my favorite voice in all of rockdom. I have no trouble admitting to tears the first time hearing We're Going Wrong' again at Royal Albert Hall. I taught myself to play guitar to Wheels of Fire - played over and over and over as a youngster.... My heart is broken.

NAME: Giannis Platis
LOCATION: Heraklion, Crete, Greece
Email: johnny.platis
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 13 Jan 2015
Time: 23:11:44

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce is a Colossus. I was lucky to see him from the close 30 years ago in a rare gig in Salonica and the immense impression still lives within me. RIP.

NAME: kevin ryan
LOCATION: norfolk, UK
Email:
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NAME: tom roarty
LOCATION: United States
Email: mister.popescu.
[at]: yahoo.com
[dot]:
Date: 16 Jan 2015
Time: 10:32:13

COMMENTS

i was fortunate enough to have met jack at b.b.king's in n.y. i told him the first time i saw him play, was1968 ,at hunter college when cream played there[$.4.50 no less!!],in n.y.c.it wasan honour to have met him.a comsumate musician and a true gentleman.his music willlive on,and having met him will never be forgotten by me... he will be truly missed.....

NAME: Mr D
LOCATION: USA
Email:
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Date: 16 Jan 2015
Time: 22:00:43

COMMENTS

A consummate musician with a distinctive singing voice. His legacy lives through many recordings and videos. Thanks Jack.

NAME: tadeu teixeira
LOCATION: Brasil
Email: caminhodasestrelas
[at]: hotmail
[dot]:
Date: 17 Jan 2015
Time: 12:13:26

COMMENTS

My best teacher.

Date: 16 Jan 2015
Time: 02:02:07

COMMENTS

great bassist, great musician, great singer, great songwriter, great man. followed his career from GBO onwards and was indeed privileged to attend many of his concerts over the years. Going to miss him.

NAME: Rob Kell
LOCATION: Missoula, MT
Email: robkellfam
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 17 Jan 2015
Time: 22:19:36

COMMENTS

What a great musician period. I have been listening to Jack Bruce since day one. Crushed by his passing. Took me awhile to accept it. But I shall continue to put him on - as part of Graham Bond, Cream, his solo efforts (i.e. Songs For A Taylor, Harmony Row) - plus his great collaborations with Leslie West and Robin Trower. To me, Jack Bruce was one of the last of the "independents" - challenging musical directions - with superb bass playing and unique vocals - not to mention his creative songwriting. Rest in peace. But Jack, your music is still regularly played out here in my house - in the Imaginary Western!

NAME: Mike Sheridan
LOCATION: USA
Email: msher
[at]: pacbell
[dot]: net
Date: 18 Jan 2015
Time: 01:08:29

COMMENTS

A great musician and a great human being, he will be greatly missed,R.I.P Mr Bruce...I will never forget you..

NAME: David Sanders
LOCATION: Durham
Email:
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Date: 18 Jan 2015
Time: 15:39:33

COMMENTS

I was a student in London 1966-69 and our cohort listened to Cream all the time. Truly magnificent and Jack's voice unbelievably powerful. Every time I hear him, it takes me back to those brilliant days. Thank you Jack - you touched so many lives.

NAME: Jon Goldby
LOCATION: Liverpool
Email: Jgoldby33
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 19 Jan 2015
Time: 13:22:42

COMMENTS

So sad Jack has passed. You were the reason I picked up a bass and I am still inspired by your creativity on those four strings. Test in peace Jack no one will ever come close to you.

NAME: Zack
LOCATION: The sky
Email: Asherz
[at]: Gilmour
[dot]: Ord
Date: 19 Jan 2015
Time: 23:59:04

COMMENTS

I hope you're part of that big band in the sky.

NAME: rob slattery
LOCATION: ashton under lyne
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 20 Jan 2015
Time: 11:59:57

COMMENTS

Thanks for it all Jack

NAME: Hans-Georg Nass
LOCATION: Cologne Germany
Email: hans-georgn
[at]: web
[dot]: de
Date: 21 Jan 2015
Time: 17:46:31

COMMENTS

21st January 2015 I am just listening to Cream's concert in 2005 at the Royal Albert Hall. What a wonderful music Jack, Ginger and Eric are performing. Even the video is overwhelming. I am sure that we will see these outstanding musicians again in paradise. Let's hope, Jack hasn't forgotten to take his bass with him.

NAME: oliver b smith
LOCATION: ledrone new mexico and phoenix arizona
Email: bigonm
[at]: yahoo.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Jan 2015
Time: 18:03:19

COMMENTS

farewell

NAME: mark lawson
LOCATION: usa
Email: successmarketingbiz
[at]: juno.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Jan 2015
Time: 19:00:32

COMMENTS

Rip Jack. we Love you music. One of the greatest bass players of all time!!

NAME: Eric B Meyers
LOCATION: Bolingbrook, IL. USA
Email:
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Date: 22 Jan 2015
Time: 12:32:03

COMMENTS

Heartfelt sympathy for your loss. The world has lost one of the greatest musicians, ever. His music is timeless; His influence, endless.

NAME: John G van Oeveren
LOCATION: Colton, Oregon USA
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 22 Jan 2015
Time: 22:33:36

COMMENTS

Thank you for all the years of inspiration and musical dreaming. God bless your soul my old friend that I've never met. - JvO

NAME: Dr M A Didi
LOCATION: Maldives
Email: drmadidi
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 23 Jan 2015
Time: 08:08:23

COMMENTS

You are heard all over the world,even as far a field as the Maldives.Your music will enrich her hearts forever.R.I.P.

NAME: Margaret Clarke
LOCATION: Stevenage Herts
Email:
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Date: 24 Jan 2015
Time: 13:14:30

COMMENTS

I saw Cream in 1966 at the Mecca Locarno Ballroom in Stevenage. The place was nearly empty and being young and ignorant I didn't realise or appreciate what I was seeing and hearing. A couple of years later I completely understood after hearing 'sunshine of your love' etc. Then last year I was pleased to see that Jack was going to be appearing at The Gordon Craig Theatre Stevenage and booked to see him. Sadly the show was cancelled and I guessed it was because Jack was ill. I'm so sorry for his family and friends and sorry I never got to see him again. I love his voice X

NAME: Colin Brown
LOCATION: UK
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 24 Jan 2015
Time: 17:30:17

COMMENTS

An inspirational man and musician.

NAME: Marco Bruni
LOCATION: Portsmouth
Email: broni_1
[at]: me
[dot]: com
Date: 25 Jan 2015
Time: 09:59:36

COMMENTS

I grew up in Rome. Jack Bruce and band came to play at Teatro Brancaccio (on tours web page on this site it says that it was January 72 but the name is misspelled into Teatro Broncaccio). I was still 13, it was my first "rock" concert (although rock doesn't define that group properly). At they time I was a fan of Cream but also of the English jazz scene. As a first it was of course an amazing experience, and I have been a fan since. Jack will remain in my heart forever, and will live through his music. Thanks Jack! Marco

NAME: Goran Dahlgren
LOCATION: Stockholm Sweden
Email:
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Date: 25 Jan 2015
Time: 17:12:59

COMMENTS

Rip Jack, thanks for all the lovely music!

NAME: Denis Lovreta
LOCATION: Australia
Email: olib623
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 27 Jan 2015
Time: 04:59:03

COMMENTS

In memory of Mr. Bruce. As a musician mysefl you, you were a great inspiration. Thank you on your music and all the joy you brought to my life. See you overthere one day ! Sleep In Peace

NAME: Robin
LOCATION: United States
Email: theerobin56
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 28 Jan 2015
Time: 02:58:31

COMMENTS

Dear Jack Bruce. Thanks for helping make the soundtrack for some of the best times of my life.

NAME: Harald Oczko
LOCATION: Grossbeeren - Germany
Email: oczkoh
[at]: t-online
[dot]: de
Date: 31 Jan 2015
Time: 07:50:40

COMMENTS

So sad..... Jack was the best bass player in Rock ever. Unforgotten his performance in London 2005....he was Cream !!! R.i.P.

NAME: Andrew Hilton
LOCATION: Wildes Meadow NSW Australia
Email: Adhilton
[at]: Bigpond.net.au
[dot]:
Date: 31 Jan 2015
Time: 19:20:50

COMMENTS

Just feel the loss oo

NAME: Tom Skovdahl
LOCATION: Norway
Email: tom.skovdahl
[at]: fagbokforlaget
[dot]: no
Date: 02 Feb 2015
Time: 08:35:53

COMMENTS

Thank you so much for all the exciting and lovely music which has been a constant source of pleasure for me (and my family), since I first heard you on the Cream-records in the late sixties, and further on through an endless string of solo albums and collaborations. I was very lucky to get the chance to see you perform live 5-6 times. Respect and kind regards: Tom

NAME: Tara
LOCATION: New York
Email:
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[dot]:
Date: 02 Feb 2015
Time: 15:48:52

COMMENTS

Your style is timeless Jack. Has touched me from afar without ever meeting. Your friends and family and colleagues so blessed to be near you in your short time walking these fields. Sun and warmth to you in your new garden while your loved ones await and till they come to you sooner than it seems. Forever will all bask in love and creation together when the distance of earth and heaven is breached.

NAME: Ron Allard
LOCATION: Providence,R.I. USA
Email: fogdog85
[at]: netzero
[dot]: net
Date: 03 Feb 2015
Time: 00:06:10

COMMENTS

I was playing bass at a night club jam session several years ago. After I was finished playing, someone from the audience approached me and said I played like Jack Bruce. Jack was my main influence when I was learning to play bass,(back in the Cream days), thank you Jack!and God bless you.

NAME: Andy
LOCATION: Dorchester, Dorset
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 03 Feb 2015
Time: 12:55:05

COMMENTS

I just can not think of words to say how sad I am about Jack's passing. He was the inspiration musically that made me want to become a professional (classical) musician. Thank you Jack - RIP x

NAME: Chris Smith
LOCATION: Los Angeles
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 03 Feb 2015
Time: 17:00:35

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was a FANTASTIC , inventive musician.His improvisational and singing skills set a very high inspiring bar. Thanks for your wonderful spirit Mr. Bruce : you leave giant shoes to fill

NAME: Albert Hille
LOCATION: Vancouver,Canada
Email: alhille
[at]: telus
[dot]: net
Date: 03 Feb 2015
Time: 18:46:01

COMMENTS

His legacy will endure. His music is never far away. My condolences to the family

NAME: Edward Peyton
LOCATION: USA
Email: ccryder90
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 04 Feb 2015
Time: 17:11:35

COMMENTS

You will always be the best. Thank you.

NAME: Henk Sluman
LOCATION: holland
Email:
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Date: 04 Feb 2015
Time: 17:25:50

COMMENTS

Thanks for the music you gave to the world. White Room forever.

NAME: roger t waters
LOCATION: pensacola florida usa
Email: blueshade44
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 06 Feb 2015
Time: 11:32:05

COMMENTS

fighting back tears as I type this...this is a quantum shift to the fabric of MUSIC...thank you for the songs!!!

NAME: Bill Brady
LOCATION: NJ, USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 06 Feb 2015
Time: 17:00:55

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce is the reason I play bass today. And as an artist, Jack never made the next record sound like the last one. A true creative force of musical natur who lived for the risk of trying something new. Thanks for everything Jack. RIP

NAME: Kenneth St King
LOCATION: Victoria, Canada
Email: karmannah
[at]: shaw
[dot]: ca
Date: 06 Feb 2015
Time: 23:08:31

COMMENTS

LOVED Jack and his wonderful music. Very sad of course...but over time...all will be joy as we remember and celebrate his immense talents! Bless your heart Jack Bruce.....thank you for coming into our lives! My love and condolences to all of his wonderful family. ~Kenny St. King

NAME: A R Simpson
LOCATION: United Kingdom
Email: arbsimpson
[at]: fsmail
[dot]: net
Date: 08 Feb 2015
Time: 18:59:57

COMMENTS

Long term fan since first hearing the 'Live at the Filmore' album from 'Wheels of Fire' c.1968. Saw J.B. With Tony Williams 'Lifetime' at Bournemouth Winter Gardens c. 1969. Was inspired by J.B. to take up the bass, very impressed by his statement on the Cream 'Live at the Albert Hall' film c. 1969 that J.S. Bach was one of his inspirations. Never forgot that and have ever since been impressed by and tried to emulate his dynamic, thumping style. A unique, trend setting and very talented musician. An inspiration.

NAME: gavin belbin
LOCATION: australia
Email: gavinbell
[at]: iprimus.com.au
[dot]:
Date: 08 Feb 2015
Time: 21:11:49

COMMENTS

jack was an inspiration to me as a bass player and a song writer. may your memory live on in us all i will miss you jack

NAME: wayne woodruff
LOCATION: ontario canada
Email: wgw2205
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 08 Feb 2015
Time: 23:26:49

COMMENTS

will be foreever missed.

NAME: Jerome Peyton Miller
LOCATION: Motown, Michigan
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 08 Feb 2015
Time: 23:48:31

COMMENTS

You helped to inspire my son's passion for music, pushing his bass pedal to the metal! "Nuff said.

NAME: Alex Shapiro
LOCATION: United States
Email: amsconsulting2
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 09 Feb 2015
Time: 02:36:16

COMMENTS

Greatly loved and appreciated. Supremely gifted and a humanitarian.

NAME: Ken Park
LOCATION: Manchester, England
Email: ken
[at]: brightbooks
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 09 Feb 2015
Time: 06:23:00

COMMENTS

A bit late but I just wanted to say that like so many other bass players Jack was an inspiration as a player and a writer to me. I tweeted a picture of one of my favourite albums (Harmony Row) which I was playing while waiting for my copy of 'Silver Rails' and was delighted to get a message back from Jack which thrilled me to bits. I saw Jack only once and it was at the 'Live in 75' I was absolutely amazed when that album appeared and somewhere in the mix a 17 year old version of me is clapping and cheering. A great man, a great scot and a musical behemoth, much missed. Love and peace to his loved ones...

NAME: Mikal Iverson
LOCATION: Colorado Springs, Co. USA
Email: sanmiguel1950
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 09 Feb 2015
Time: 09:50:26

COMMENTS

As a lifelong Blues, Rock, & Jazz musician I have been continually touched & inspired by Jack. Now in my 60's I still look back with fondness at those early 'Cream Years' Forever Remembering Jack! Mikal Iverson Keep his Memory alive, Thanks.....

NAME: Jeff Burnham
LOCATION: Indiana, US
Email: jburnham28
[at]: yahoo.com
[dot]:
Date: 09 Feb 2015
Time: 12:07:25

COMMENTS

Jack had a singular way of playing the bass and a beautiful, unique voice. Gifts from God. I will miss his music. And he seemed like a sweet man, who could even love the bad boy Mr. Baker. There will never be another quite like Mr. Bruce.

NAME: Connie Lynn
LOCATION: Edmonds, WA
Email: iris1117
[at]: comcast
[dot]: net
Date: 09 Feb 2015
Time: 20:32:39

COMMENTS

Grew up on Cream. Now the Angels have you.

NAME: Brad Schaeffer
LOCATION: Westfield, NJ
Email: bpsman20012002
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 10 Feb 2015
Time: 13:04:37

COMMENTS

I had older brothers who listened to Cream. Then I listened to Cream. Then I became a guitarist and played Cream. I am convinced no finer bassist has graced Rock than Mr. Bruce. I was saddened to hear of his passing and I extend my sincere thoughts and heartfelt prayers to his family. The world is a little emptier, but finally Heaven's supergroup got the bass player it needed!

NAME: Marc Holmes
LOCATION: Vancouver B.C.
Email:
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Date: 10 Feb 2015
Time: 22:40:01

COMMENTS

Awesome , great , legend , Jack.

NAME: James
LOCATION: USA
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 10 Feb 2015
Time: 23:35:51

COMMENTS

What a great musician.

NAME: Tom Ellingsen
LOCATION: Norway
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 11 Feb 2015
Time: 16:16:00

COMMENTS

Thanx for sharing an amazing talent. Wonderful singer and bass player Jack Bruce was.

NAME: FARAUT YANN
LOCATION: FRANCE
Email: yann.faraut
[at]: wanadoo.fr
[dot]:
Date: 12 Feb 2015
Time: 11:48:06

COMMENTS

MERCI JACK POUR L'INFINI RICHESSE DE TA MUSIQUE !

NAME: David Hahn
LOCATION: Seattle, USA
Email: hahnsounds
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 12 Feb 2015
Time: 12:08:25

COMMENTS

In honor of Mr. Jack Bruce: Thank you for your music. In such a masterly way, you "taught" us (in America) our own blues so we would know what we have. I especially value the eccentric performances and song writing of Songs For A Tailor and Things We Like. Your music and voice has been a companion during rough times, and of course, Politician will NEVER go out of style!

NAME: Becky
LOCATION: Atlanta, Georgia, US
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 13 Feb 2015
Time: 10:45:23

COMMENTS

I'm listening to the 2005 Cream reunion album and I'm reminded that Jack Bruce, in addition to being a phenomenal bass player, had a brilliant, beautiful, powerful voice. I just love it. I am so sorry the world has lost him and, although I'm so late expressing this, my sympathies go to his family, friends and fellow musicians.

NAME: Mimmo Franzinelli
LOCATION: Italy
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 13 Feb 2015
Time: 11:05:39

COMMENTS

Thank you, Jack, for your vision. Now you're out of the storm...

NAME: Jon Wavrek
LOCATION: Whitehall,PA USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 13 Feb 2015
Time: 12:30:27

COMMENTS

Jack was my favorite musician since I was 15 (I'm 61).Brilliant singer, songwriter,multi-instrumentalist.Jack had the whole package and crossed all musical genres.Jack's music will live forever.

NAME: Matthew Brubaker
LOCATION: San Bernardino ,CA U.S.A.
Email: fretsbru2005
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 13 Feb 2015
Time: 13:51:14

COMMENTS

Jack was a primary influence in my bass development. Breaking traditional roles and extending the reach from the rhythm section to the front line. And all the while with a voice that was unmatched in the rock and blues idiom. And lest we forget his incredible artistry as well on piano and cello. He will be sorely missed.

NAME: Juris Ilenans
LOCATION: Liepaya,Latvia
Email: turluks
[at]: inbox.lv
[dot]:
Date: 14 Feb 2015
Time: 10:02:53

COMMENTS

Deep in sorrow-one of my beloved musician.RIP

NAME: Alexander Jenkins
LOCATION: United States
Email: ajenkins1952
[at]: live.com
[dot]:
Date: 15 Feb 2015
Time: 15:26:28

COMMENTS

I grew up in the sixties, and I remember very well buying Creams first album. It blew me away.Jack's bass has been my influence in my bass playing. May God keep you in his arms, and Jack I will never forget your influence you have made on me in my music career.

NAME: Chandan Dua
LOCATION: New Delhi, India
Email: chandandua
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 17 Feb 2015
Time: 09:56:51

COMMENTS

in admiration of one of the men whose music I grew up listening to and enjoying every bit. i don't know why i missed this earlier, however, trust that it is never too late to acknowledge your legends and music lives forever.

NAME: Peter Schmitz
LOCATION: Germany
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 17 Feb 2015
Time: 13:12:48

COMMENTS

Jack showed us what devotion to music means. It was always a pleasure to listen to you. Thanks for giving us such beautiful and impressing moments.

NAME: Rob Miller
LOCATION: Vincentia, Australia
Email: Gerroarippleriders
[at]: Hotmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 18 Feb 2015
Time: 05:36:34

COMMENTS

The Greatest Bass player ever - thanks for the music Jack RIP

NAME: joseph reyes
LOCATION: United States
Email: had2beu
[at]: icloud
[dot]: com
Date: 18 Feb 2015
Time: 06:53:22

COMMENTS

I remember as a teen listening to his music with cream, Robin Trower, and others. I always thought he was one of the more enjoyable of the Bass players. His singing and writing abilities are impeccable. He will be missed. Joe Reyes

NAME: Dave Ray
LOCATION: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Email: davebarb
[at]: alphalink
[dot]: com.au
Date: 18 Feb 2015
Time: 20:07:12

COMMENTS

The Crteam of Cream, master musician of all genres, that's Jack. You will be sorely missed by all classes of music lovers. The White Room is yours. fair thee well.

NAME: Patrick Kelly
LOCATION: Burlington, ON, Canada
Email: Patrickkelly334
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 18 Feb 2015
Time: 23:01:45

COMMENTS

You are an amazing musician who's legend will live on. R.I.P

NAME: John Mendolia
LOCATION: New Jersey, USA
Email: JRMenda
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 18 Feb 2015
Time: 23:47:16

COMMENTS

Saw him with Cream December 2, 1968 in Philadelphia, PA. His performance will always be remembered with love. Thanks for making music and our lives better.

NAME: Stephen Keys
LOCATION: Cheshire
Email: keys211
[at]: btinternet
[dot]: com
Date: 19 Feb 2015
Time: 14:06:55

COMMENTS

When I was 13, way back in 1967,one of my really cool friends at grammar school in Sheffield lent me an LP. This record changed my life forever, because I had never heard anything like it before or since, and it totally changed my musical tastes. This LP was "Fresh Cream." From that moment on, I was completely hooked. Jack Bruce and Cream were the biggest influences on my life and they are still my all time favourites. I am happy to say that I saw both Cream, and Jack as a solo artist live and these memories will go to the grave with me. God bless you Jack, and my heartfelt condolences to your Family.

NAME: Ray Doherty
LOCATION: Waitsfield, Vermont USA
Email: rayd
[at]: gmavt.net
[dot]:
Date: 20 Feb 2015
Time: 10:54:55

COMMENTS

I am deeply saddened by Jack's passing. Not only was his musicianship extraordinary, but he was able to maintain a calm demeanor during many challenging times in his career, including his interactions with certain confrontational band mates. Jack's bass playing was innovative and inspiring to millions of people. I know that Jack is now in a much better place and is at peace.

NAME: Reinhold Boos
LOCATION: Germany
Email: vai_fz
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: de
Date: 20 Feb 2015
Time: 13:04:41

COMMENTS

Thank you Jack, that i got the pleasure to growing up with you. You make my heart deep in love in music and everythinig I've learned on this Earth!

NAME: wolfgang
LOCATION: germany
Email: stollewolle
[at]: web
[dot]: de
Date: 20 Feb 2015
Time: 15:49:20

COMMENTS

thanks for your music for my soul

NAME: Dave Ray
LOCATION: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Email: davebarb
[at]: alphalink
[dot]: com.au
Date: 20 Feb 2015
Time: 17:05:29

COMMENTS

The Crteam of Cream, master musician of all genres, that's Jack. You will be sorely missed by all classes of music lovers. The White Room is yours. fair thee well.

NAME: gary dunne
LOCATION: liverpool
Email: steelydanman29
[at]: hotmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 22 Feb 2015
Time: 17:53:08

COMMENTS

Influenced other great influences from both sidez of the atlantic and well respected by the best will live forever in his music

NAME: Antonio Garcia
LOCATION: Earth
Email:
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Date: 23 Feb 2015
Time: 12:05:14

COMMENTS

Resqueciat In Pace, Bruce! Many thanks for the Art you gave us all!

NAME: John Vito Sargis
LOCATION: Connecticut
Email: Jsargis01
[at]: Yahoo
[dot]: Com
Date: 23 Feb 2015
Time: 13:17:14

COMMENTS

I am 30 years old and only but a few months before your passing came in contact with your music...My friend you inspire & motivate me..May you slap the bass for eternity and enjoy your eternal peace

NAME: Dave Sagar
LOCATION: Macclesfield
Email:
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Date: 24 Feb 2015
Time: 04:06:43

COMMENTS

Cream were my first influence and exposure to true musicianship and invention. Jack was so pivotal to that era and his playing and singing were staggering - so intense and clearly different. I thought that the acoustic set with the Scottish musicians that was aired recently was one of the most moving and uplifting programs I have ever seen. It captured his essence perfectly for me. I'm glad to have experienced it all.

NAME: John C Stewart
LOCATION: Orange County, California
Email:
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Date: 24 Feb 2015
Time: 22:02:49

COMMENTS

My Favorite Bass Player of All Time... not anyone elsewhere even. Close. Cream still rings in my ears. What A voice. Harmonica... he had talent. I remember... Saw him live with West Bruce. & Lang, twice with his RoadBand... N S U Live... So excited when CREAM reunited. Thank You..Yes I,m a fan.My condolences to the family, and Cream.

NAME: John Brabant
LOCATION: Orono, Maine, USA
Email: johnbrabant75
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 25 Feb 2015
Time: 18:09:34

COMMENTS

Jack, Some of the first rock songs I ever learned were written by you during your Cream days. Thank-you for all the musical inspiration you have given me. Hope to jam with you someday, my friend. -John Brabant

NAME: Lawrence Clayton
LOCATION: chicago
Email:
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Date: 25 Feb 2015
Time: 19:19:58

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was the link between a lot of different musics, a lot of different people, and he was a good link. A lot of good memories.

NAME: steve taylor
LOCATION: new york city
Email:
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Date: 25 Feb 2015
Time: 21:09:29

COMMENTS

Such a beautiful musician. God bless you and your family as you blessed and uplifted so many of us through your work. The first thing I ever taught myself from a record came on a Cream 45. Twenty years later, playing a club in Boston with my band, I saw that the next act to come into the house was Jack. That blew my mind. You reimagined the bass and the blues for my generation and just kept working. Peace on you mate.

NAME: Bob
LOCATION: Mansfield
Email: robert.stanfield
[at]: ntlworld
[dot]: com
Date: 26 Feb 2015
Time: 15:44:14

COMMENTS

The track behind my teenage years The glue that held it all together

NAME: John Augustus
LOCATION: Gold Hill OR
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 26 Feb 2015
Time: 19:09:38

COMMENTS

Have seem you many Times with Cream ,Blind Faith Traffic and on your own and with Ringo Starr . You will be Missed but your Music lives on for ever !!

NAME: Dayna Dye
LOCATION: Denver, US
Email:
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Date: 27 Feb 2015
Time: 14:11:29

COMMENTS

The world of music lost a bass player known as one of the best, but Jack will always be remembered by me as possessing one of the best voices of rock music. Thank God we live in an era when his singing has been captured for the world to enjoy for all time.

NAME: Kep Younce
LOCATION: NC
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 28 Feb 2015
Time: 11:42:12

COMMENTS

Just listening to Seven Moons and felt the need to acknowledge the significance of Jack and his music. He is truly a legend of rock...thanks Jack!!

NAME: Bob Cohen
LOCATION: Sherman Oaks, CA, USA
Email: smiledds
[at]: earthlink
[dot]: net
Date: 01 Mar 2015
Time: 22:40:57

COMMENTS

I have been a fan since 1967 and feel blessed to have seen Jack, Eric and Ginger perform at UCSB in 1968. Thank you for the music and the memories. God Bless You.

NAME: Panagiotis Trimantellis
LOCATION: Greece
Email: panagiotistrimantellis98
[at]: live
[dot]: com
Date: 02 Mar 2015
Time: 11:30:10

COMMENTS

My greatest inspiration! Rest In Peace Jack...

NAME: Bea Antonelli
LOCATION: Ludlow, Pennsylvania
Email:
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Date: 03 Mar 2015
Time: 23:14:11

COMMENTS

You were an inspiration. Thank you!

NAME: Geoffrey Brown
LOCATION: Melbourne, Australia
Email: music
[at]: mpwebsites
[dot]: com.au
Date: 05 Mar 2015
Time: 20:25:17

COMMENTS

I am a massive fan of Cream and that band was what it was call "The Cream of Musicians". Each member added their unique talents to make forever classic music. For me especially Jack with his rich voice, mesmerizing bass lines and at time amazing harmonica. It was fantastic to acquire the DVD of the 2005 Albert Hall reunion - Jack will often be in my living space. Thank you Jack for amazing music!

NAME: JL Kemplin
LOCATION: Ohio, USA
Email: jlkemplin
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 06 Mar 2015
Time: 09:20:23

COMMENTS

Thanks Jack, I met you on Fresh Cream so many years ago setting in front of my fold out and down record player learning my chops.

NAME: Rick Del Rio
LOCATION: USA
Email: marconiex
[at]: @yahoo.com
[dot]:
Date: 06 Mar 2015
Time: 12:11:42

COMMENTS

I saw Bruce four times when he was in Cream. Great soulful vocals and bassist. I want to go back to the 60's so I can see him again. Peace..

NAME: Virgilio Ochoa
LOCATION: Mexico City
Email: vopuebla
[at]: yahoo.com
[dot]:
Date: 06 Mar 2015
Time: 22:03:47

COMMENTS

Porque con tu musica me llevas a los confines del universo; eres polvo de estrellas convertido en musica de las esferas pitagoricas, para hacernos saber que el todo es la unidad de tu energia, gracias!!

NAME: pestana christian
LOCATION: France
Email: pestanachristian
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 06 Mar 2015
Time: 22:29:08

COMMENTS

merci pour tout mon bruce

NAME: David Berry
LOCATION: USA
Email: Djberry
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 08 Mar 2015
Time: 21:24:25

COMMENTS

He was the best . Saw him on Paris with BBM. Awesome

NAME: Kenji Saito
LOCATION: Japan
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 10 Mar 2015
Time: 22:09:05

COMMENTS

Jack! You were a real professional musician. Thank you for your excellent music!

NAME: William Reece
LOCATION: Durham, North Carolina, USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 13 Mar 2015
Time: 11:01:37

COMMENTS

Another legend of my youth has passed. Jack's music with Cream was a revelation to me in 1968. I can't count the hours of pleasure filled listening I've enjoyed since then. Thank you Jack for all you gave and did. Your passion added much to my life. Rest In Peace.

NAME: Gene St Denis
LOCATION: Seattle USA
Email: gsk4me
[at]: comcast
[dot]: net
Date: 14 Mar 2015
Time: 12:11:26

COMMENTS

OMG what a loss. My sincere condolences to the Bruce family. Jack had the unmistakable voice, you just knew it was Jack singing. Let alone a phenomenal bass player. Legendary. Tiredless jamming I so relate to as a musician myself for 40 years. Jack was a great man, family man, a fantastic musician. The Cream has risin to the top. God bless you Jack.

NAME: Bill Stokes
LOCATION: Pittsburgh Pennsylvania
Email: pghbb1964
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 14 Mar 2015
Time: 19:01:58

COMMENTS

I remember listening to Cream's music in Vietnam in 1968.Especially "White Room" Cream was always one of my favorite groups. Jack Bruce was so multi talented. He will be sorely missed. RIP.

NAME: Barbara Bland
LOCATION: Southend-on-sea
Email: barbara_bland
[at]: blueyonder
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 15 Mar 2015
Time: 05:56:11

COMMENTS

He was an inspiration for me, his passing leaves the world much poorer. Rest in Peace

NAME: Chris Regan
LOCATION: Halifax,N.S. Canada
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 15 Mar 2015
Time: 10:41:43

COMMENTS

Sorry for your loss,the man was an immense talent.

NAME: Javi
LOCATION: Plymouth
Email: javiergm1975
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 16 Mar 2015
Time: 14:51:23

COMMENTS

I can believe it. I am listening "spoonful" while I writting these lines for you Jack. I have always loved the sound of a bass guitar, especially when you were playing it. For you and because I love your music, I will dust my bass and play it again. Thanks for everything your music has brought to my life. Wherever you are, please keep playing.

NAME: Matt Smith
LOCATION: Morris, IL
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 17 Mar 2015
Time: 21:09:43

COMMENTS

Jack, thank you for all you have done. You are a great inspiration to young musicians everywhere.

NAME: Postorino
LOCATION: Paris
Email: Clpost
[at]: Sfr
[dot]: Fr
Date: 18 Mar 2015
Time: 11:40:27

COMMENTS

I m terribly sad of his death He has been part of my dreams since I was 14 with his marvelous voice his songs and the way he played the bass

NAME: Stan Rankin
LOCATION: Gateshead
Email: stanrankin
[at]: hotmail.co.
[dot]: uk
Date: 19 Mar 2015
Time: 11:32:45

COMMENTS

Thank you for all the great music Jack. I'll always be grateful to you.

NAME: delmar boni
LOCATION: pheonix az usa
Email: delmarboni67
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 19 Mar 2015
Time: 23:52:19

COMMENTS

your music is in my heart 4 ever since the mid 60s on the apache reservation. The great spirit is with rest in peace.

NAME: Gary Mann
LOCATION: United States
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 21 Mar 2015
Time: 08:45:10

COMMENTS

I was 13 when I first heard Jack's playing and singing on Cream's second LP in 1967! His improvisational skill blew me away. He was a major reason why I developed a big interest in blues and improvisational music. He will be truly missed by fans and musicians who appreciate his music.

NAME: Alex Gaffarena
LOCATION: Poplar, East London
Email: a.gaffarena
[at]: tiscali.co
[dot]: uk
Date: 23 Mar 2015
Time: 02:08:24

COMMENTS

Keep on rocking up there Jack Thoughts & prayers are with your loved ones In our thoughts always Long may you rest in peace x

NAME: Max P
LOCATION: New York
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 23 Mar 2015
Time: 21:02:53

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was one of the greatest bass guitarists of all-time. His music touched so many and will live on in rock-and-roll history forever.

NAME: Nicholas Wroblesk
LOCATION: Killingly, Connecticut
Email: njwrobleski
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 25 Mar 2015
Time: 20:05:53

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was a fantastic bass player, a musical genius, and the soul for Cream, one of the most influential and musically prolific bands of the 20th century. He gave so much to the world of music, and never cared about the commercial or monitary parts of the buisness, just the music. The jams he had with the group were just amazing! He will be missed, and music will never be the same without him.

NAME: Tom Bortner
LOCATION: Eugene, OR
Email: tombortner
[at]: @sbcglobal
[dot]: net
Date: 27 Mar 2015
Time: 17:18:49

COMMENTS

Was in the US Army in Vietnam when CREAM was together. I loved you all then and love you all more now. I saw the 2005 reunion and am so glad you guys did it. Blessings Tom

NAME: Roger B
LOCATION: Ohio, USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 05 Dec 2014
Time: 12:00:48

COMMENTS

First heard Cream when I was in junior high and have been playing bass ever since. Jack always was the best and it's hard to believe he's gone.

NAME: Fredie Livingston
LOCATION: Tularosa, New Mexico
Email: packfan40
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 05 Dec 2014
Time: 14:53:37

COMMENTS

My sincere condolences to Jack's family. Jack's incredible playing was one of the main reasons I ever picked up a bass guitar. I have enjoyed his music (bass, voice, writing, harmonica, cello, etc.) for many decades. I will continue to enjoy it until it is my time to cross.

NAME: Sylvia Fountain
LOCATION: St Albans
Email:
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[dot]:
Date: 05 Dec 2014
Time: 17:51:02

COMMENTS

A true legend, words cannot describe the joy Jacks music bought to our lives...Remembered fondly.....rest peacefully..x

NAME: Graham tilbrook
LOCATION: Australia
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 06 Dec 2014
Time: 00:38:52

COMMENTS

Loved your work . Rest in peace .

NAME: Alan Patterson
LOCATION: United States
Email: apatterson5005
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 06 Dec 2014
Time: 01:13:57

COMMENTS

I missed seeing Cream in concert in the late 60's. But just a few years ago I was thrilled to see ( and hear) Jack Bruce in an outside venue in San Diego. It was billed the " hippie fest". Every song was thoughtfully chosen and performed beautifully.Thank you, Jack!!

NAME: colin davis
LOCATION: United Kingdom
Email:
[at]: t
[dot]:
Date: 06 Dec 2014
Time: 04:14:36

COMMENTS

The greatest

NAME: Greg Kratovil
LOCATION: United States
Email: kratovil_greg
[at]: bellsouth
[dot]: net
Date: 06 Dec 2014
Time: 12:43:58

COMMENTS

We will all miss him.

NAME: Enrique Linares
LOCATION: Minneapolis, MN USA
Email: pbass2gomn
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 06 Dec 2014
Time: 12:46:08

COMMENTS

A true loss to the music world. I, like many others, spent my youth trying to emulate his playing off the Cream albums. As I grew and found his music again it really opened my eyes to what an amazing musician he was. Thank you for all the inspiration Jack Rest in Peace Rick L.....

NAME: Chas and Val Robertson
LOCATION: Pebmarsh
Email: chasandval2
[at]: btinternet.com
[dot]:
Date: 06 Dec 2014
Time: 13:31:08

COMMENTS

We were so sad at the loss of Jack. We have lovely memories in Pebmarsh - Jack played at our friends birthday party to many people who loved his music including ourselves, daughter Sarah and son-in-law Simon. Such an amazing musician and so modest. Just under a year ago we were talking to Jack and Margret on New Years Eve in the Kings Head - telling him our grandsons first song he learnt on the guitar was sunshine of my love - and to leave us with this lovely memory he said 'you have made my evening` and offered to give our grandson guitar lessons - what a generous nature. Not only had he given us the pleasure of his music in 60s.then on to our daughters and now to our grandchildren and many more generations to come. We are all thankful for the pleasure of his music and are very sad for his family at his loss - we send our love to you all.

NAME: richard brown
LOCATION: bulgaria
Email: napravobg
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 07 Dec 2014
Time: 05:45:54

COMMENTS

We supported Cream very many times in the late 60's and I remember every gig. Jack Bruce was the epitome of a great Scots musician.. Great chops and creativity and innovative technique, great sense of timing and harmony, and an excellent fundamental bass player with a well-developed and unique style... Superb melodic ideas injected into and woven through his bass lines. A musician head and shoulders above millions of far lesser musicians and mortals..

NAME: Jef Lutzi
LOCATION: Baltimore, Md. U.S.A.
Email: twinriver713
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 07 Dec 2014
Time: 08:21:30

COMMENTS

For teaching generations of musicians the beauty of the instrument, I thank you, and will miss you dearly. From this day forward, there will be only students.

NAME: George Douglass
LOCATION: Williston,NC USA
Email: geodouglass62
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 07 Dec 2014
Time: 21:49:30

COMMENTS

So sorry to hear of Jack'spassing.He was one of my favourite bass players and my main inspiration to take up the instrument myself back in the 60's.RIP Jack.

NAME: Jim Martyn
LOCATION: Burgess Hill
Email: boffster100
[at]: btinternet.com
[dot]:
Date: 08 Dec 2014
Time: 11:32:28

COMMENTS

Saw Cream many times in the 60s. An abiding memory of Jack was at (i think !) St Mary's College Twickenham. After their set the house lights came up and a Motown track started. Jack stayed behind on stage and played along to the track for those few of us left near the stage.

NAME: Nikolaus Wohltmann
LOCATION: Germany
Email: NikoWohltmann
[at]: yahoo.de
[dot]:
Date: 08 Dec 2014
Time: 13:08:18

COMMENTS

It is a very sadness to hear it and to understand that Jack has passed away! The music of Jack was a lot more better of Cream and Eric. R.I.P. Nico

NAME: Jacquelyn
LOCATION: Pittsburgh, PA
Email: jh2.low2
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 08 Dec 2014
Time: 15:35:47

COMMENTS

A Legend moves to another place and time............

NAME: Paul Smith
LOCATION: Gtr Manchester UK
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 08 Dec 2014
Time: 19:50:40

COMMENTS

So Sad. A Legend has passed, a true professional Musician,innovator and a shining star. farewell to a true Humanitarian.

NAME: Paul Smith
LOCATION: Gtr Manchester UK
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 08 Dec 2014
Time: 19:50:40

COMMENTS

So Sad. A Legend has passed, a true professional Musician,innovator and a shining star. farewell to a true Humanitarian.

NAME: Dennis Kemp
LOCATION: Norwich
Email: fatty28uk
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 09 Dec 2014
Time: 06:13:40

COMMENTS

Had to look twice then once again to see that Jack had gone. How did I miss the passing of someone who had such an awesome influence upon my life as I grew of age in the 60's. Only ever got to see him once, but it will live with me forever. Thank you for your music dear Jack.

NAME: steve porter
LOCATION: Leeds Yorkshire
Email: s.windsor4
[at]: ntlworld.com
[dot]:
Date: 09 Dec 2014
Time: 08:03:54

COMMENTS

R.I.P. Jack you where the MAN

NAME: Stephen Williams
LOCATION: Javea, Spain
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 09 Dec 2014
Time: 08:41:38

COMMENTS

Thanks for all the fantastic music since 1966,Jack, both in Cream & solo. Harmony Row I still play every week! Superb voice and great bass playing. Will never forget you,the wholehearted performer. God bless you.

NAME: Jeff Harman
LOCATION: Boston, Ma.
Email: harmo50
[at]: sbcglobal
[dot]: net
Date: 09 Dec 2014
Time: 14:10:05

COMMENTS

I loved Jack though I never met him. I became a serious musician because of his great musicianship . It is with heartfelt sadness that I wish to express my condolences to his wife, children and all his musical and non musical friends. I am deeply saddened by his passing and I am also extremely grateful for his beautiful and lasting artistic contributions. My life and the life of this world is so much more rich and alive because of his existance.I know that Tony Williams and Larry Young will take care of our Jack. He has gone home now.RIP.

NAME: Dietmar Gottke
LOCATION: Steinhude, Germany
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 09 Dec 2014
Time: 14:27:55

COMMENTS

I bow to you in respect and admiration. Your music touched me my whole live. Let the strings sound forever and your voice fill the firmament. Dietmar

NAME: Eamonn C
LOCATION: Brighton, E. Sussex.
Email:
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Date: 10 Dec 2014
Time: 01:07:55

COMMENTS

Great man, great music.

NAME: Graham G
LOCATION: Cheltenham
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 10 Dec 2014
Time: 08:15:34

COMMENTS

I Loved Sunshine of your love bass riff so much that i went out and bought a bass guitar a couple of years ago and started lessons, i am now nearly 60! thank you for your influence Jack. RIP

NAME: Al Montgomery
LOCATION: Illinios
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 10 Dec 2014
Time: 10:15:06

COMMENTS

May you rest in peace Mr. Bruce. Thank you for the special gift that you had. You will be listened to as long as I live.

NAME: joe morella
LOCATION: manchester VT
Email: joeylowend
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 10 Dec 2014
Time: 10:56:32

COMMENTS

Jack rest in peace...I play the bass and you were one of the best...looking forward to hearing his new solo album silver rails....god blees ya jack

NAME: Bill Calogero
LOCATION: Chicagi, Illinois
Email: wcc1954
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 10 Dec 2014
Time: 14:37:42

COMMENTS

Jack's music and talent brought joy to me for almost 50 years! The best bass player ever!

NAME: John W Carley
LOCATION: Bethpage, NY USA
Email: jcarley8791
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 10 Dec 2014
Time: 14:56:44

COMMENTS

From the haunting, soaring falsetto of "We're Going Wrong", to the rhythmic, frantic bassline of "Dance the Night Away"; from "Spoonful" to "Tales of Brave Ulysses"; from "White Room" to "World of Pain"- Jack Bruce & his Cream mates delivered a message to this teenage boy & his buddies that we thought to be directly from the gods themselves. And that message is firmly & forever embedded in my psyche. And I am only one of millions. And now, he & his sound belong to the ages.....Good Night Sweet Prince....."Jack Bruce please!........"

NAME: Raphael Parejo Coudert
LOCATION: Basque Country
Email: rparej_concerts
[at]: gmx
[dot]: com
Date: 11 Dec 2014
Time: 04:30:47

COMMENTS

Dear Bruce family, Bad news from the stars for me and also the musician world. I'm very affected and sad. I doesn't know Jack personnaly, only by his music that had followed me since my teenage years. All my sympathy for the family and its friends. Kind regards from Gulf of Biscay. Raph

NAME: douglas brown
LOCATION: bridge of weir, scotland
Email: douglaslochiel
[at]: yahoo.co.uk
[dot]:
Date: 11 Dec 2014
Time: 08:22:30

COMMENTS

a fond farewell to a true music legend, the word 'legend' is bandied about too freely these days. Jack was a proper legend who entertained and inspired so many people. He will never be forgotten as long as their are bass players in the world.

NAME: Dennis Koepke
LOCATION: Arizona USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 12 Dec 2014
Time: 11:49:24

COMMENTS

Whenever I think of CREAM I can't help but hear that soaring voice and bass. "As You Said" remains my favorite Jack Bruce track. I never saw CREAM, but I had a chance to see Jack perform this at a show in Phoenix a few years ago. R.I.P.

NAME: dave burkhalter
LOCATION: little suamico wisconsin
Email: cherib57
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 12 Dec 2014
Time: 19:23:40

COMMENTS

I worked with Jack in 1966 at Caltech. I did not know he was famous for some time. He was playing jazz and some folk with Judy Collins at that time. He was a better friend to me than I was to him. Perhaps the best measurement of a man is how he treats an insignificant nobody like me rather than the great and mighty. He encouraged me to learn and like jazz. It was a sublime gift. Jack liked rocky road ice cream from Baskin Robbins. He is missed as a person as well as a musician.

NAME: Jeff King
LOCATION: Pennsylvania, USA
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 13 Dec 2014
Time: 12:08:46

COMMENTS

Deeply saddened to read of Jack's passing. I've been a fan of his for decades and his work has been both a source of joy and inspiration. To the Bruce family, so sorry for your personal loss.

NAME: Kris van ingelghem
LOCATION: Leuven belgium
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 13 Dec 2014
Time: 14:23:10

COMMENTS

So sad Ill keep on listening to his music

NAME: James Ingman
LOCATION: United States
Email: jingman
[at]: comcast
[dot]: net
Date: 13 Dec 2014
Time: 16:02:06

COMMENTS

As a young bassist, Jack's work had a profound influence on me, and does to this day. His lines were the roadmap for rock bass, ones that all players recognize and love! Though Jack's presence will be missed, he will be present always in his music and its indelible mark on modern music. Jim

NAME: Reese Stansberry
LOCATION: United States
Email: reesestansberry
[at]: att
[dot]: net
Date: 13 Dec 2014
Time: 22:24:22

COMMENTS

You were a great influence on my interpretation of music and the role of the bassist within it. I'll miss you Jack.

NAME: Alessandro Antonini
LOCATION: Milano, Italia
Email: antoniniale
[at]: libero
[dot]: it
Date: 14 Dec 2014
Time: 18:14:28

COMMENTS

Dear Jack i've just come to know that you passed away. I'm really sad because your music has made me happy and full of energy so many times. I want to say thank to you Jack. I hope you are happy and in peace wherever you are now. A prayer for you and your family. Ciao

NAME: John Eland
LOCATION: United Kingdom
Email: johneland3
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 14 Dec 2014
Time: 20:40:06

COMMENTS

I was shattered when I heard of Jacks death, he was an inspiration to many people through the years and he will be missed greatly. John.

NAME: Alexis
LOCATION: Los Angeles
Email: newmail4alexis
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 14 Dec 2014
Time: 23:50:37

COMMENTS

Thank you, Bruce, for all of your contributions to music and for changing lives, mine especially. See you on the other side. We will jam. :)

NAME: Jenny
LOCATION: Derbyshire
Email: jennyireland
[at]: tiscali
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 15 Dec 2014
Time: 10:23:01

COMMENTS

I'll never forget seeing Cream in Nottingham in the sixties. I still hold the dream to play bass like Jack Bruce. Thanks for the memories. I hope there's a better place you've gone to, Jack.

NAME: Steve Ridgley
LOCATION: Ottawa Canada
Email: sjridgley
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: ca
Date: 15 Dec 2014
Time: 14:02:26

COMMENTS

Jack was a profound influence on my music, as he was for everyone from my generation, and further.

NAME: Paolo Bono
LOCATION: Genova Pra' - ITALY
Email: paolobono55
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 15 Dec 2014
Time: 15:55:58

COMMENTS

Farewell Jack, you have accompanied more than forty years of my life with your music. A great loss for the world of music as well for your Family. Since the end of october, when I heard the sad news, not a day goes by without listening your beautiful music. R.I.P. Anna & Paolo Bono.

NAME: Duane Dungee
LOCATION: Dover, Ohio, USA
Email: da.dungee
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 16 Dec 2014
Time: 20:05:33

COMMENTS

May you RIP Jack. Sincerest of condolences to your family and friends. My ears first met Jack in 1967, when I bought Disraeli Gears and I've been enjoying his art since then. To my ears, his writing, singing, and cello and bass playing are heaven. You have left a lasting legacy.

NAME: Victor Crozzoli
LOCATION: Port Washington, NY
Email: mrmotorcycles
[at]: verizon
[dot]: com
Date: 17 Dec 2014
Time: 13:58:59

COMMENTS

A true musician who left his mark on the world....he will always be remembered!

NAME: Peter Cattermole
LOCATION: Cumbria
Email:
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Date: 17 Dec 2014
Time: 15:21:03

COMMENTS

a passing of a great x

NAME: Dan Steere
LOCATION: Pennsylvania
Email: dsteere410
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 17 Dec 2014
Time: 17:34:46

COMMENTS

He had such tremendous impact on me, and I am deeply saddened by his passing. I had the honor of seeing him on the farewell US concert with Cream in Providence RI in November 1968 and then again at BB King's with the Cuicoland Express in NYC in 2002. I am grateful to have had those experiences and for hearing all of the great music before and after those concerts.

NAME: Lucien Loriente
LOCATION: Melbourne, Australia
Email: afronz
[at]: bigpond
[dot]: .com.au
Date: 18 Dec 2014
Time: 07:52:36

COMMENTS

Your music is drenched with passion, soul and power. Nearly 50 years on, the work and music you created still inspires me and always will. Thank you Jack for touching us musically and spiritually God bless you

NAME: Thomas A Houck
LOCATION: USA
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 18 Dec 2014
Time: 08:37:54

COMMENTS

One of my favorite songs ever written by this Composer Theme from an imaginary western. I could listen to it over and over and never get tired or bored. God Bless

NAME: Meridith Allison
LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA, USA
Email: meridithmfa
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 18 Dec 2014
Time: 20:01:10

COMMENTS

The musical genius of Jack Bruce has always been an inspiration. His legacy will last forever in my heart and in the hearts of others. Thank God for his music and bless him, his family and loved ones all over the world.

NAME: Bone
LOCATION: Saguaro Records
Email: saguarorecords
[at]: charter
[dot]: net
Date: 18 Dec 2014
Time: 23:26:27

COMMENTS

So many hours spent as a teen with the phones on, trying to dissect those magical, mysterious bass riffs from Jack. Bought (and still have) a Gibson EBO bass because of those same riffs. Condolences to your family - RIP Mr. Bruce.

NAME: Jonathan Antonio Edelman
LOCATION: Palo Alto California
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 19 Dec 2014
Time: 13:07:32

COMMENTS

God Bless You and Thank You, Jack Bruce for your beautiful heart soul mind spirit and the beautiful music you have given us. Rest in the music of the spheres.

NAME: Allen Rude
LOCATION: Phoenix, AZ
Email: adrude0253
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 19 Dec 2014
Time: 16:35:23

COMMENTS

I will never forget picking up the Disraeli gears album taking it home and listening to it all night long. Jack leaves an indelible legacy with his music which will be played for years to come. He was a brilliant musician and man, my deepest condolences to his family and friends. God Bless you all.

NAME: Chris
LOCATION: Seattle
Email: caf2633
[at]: Yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 19 Dec 2014
Time: 21:33:12

COMMENTS

Peace- thank you

NAME: Melvyn Brown
LOCATION: Haverhill
Email: melbro2
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 20 Dec 2014
Time: 09:17:50

COMMENTS

Hi, I thought I had the measure of music as I have a couple of thousand vinyl albums and cds as diverse as anybody. I have Jack Bruce from the 'pirates in the North Sea' era to a compilation bought some years ago. But I realise I didn't delve deep enough. I've done that now and it's a joy to listen all over again. This guy is brilliance itself. Hopefully there will be more in the archives but I'm so impressed that the later stuff is as inventive and so seriously good as anything that went before. Quick remenisce: If memory serves, years ago I nearly came across Jack in person as I had my Saab looked after at a garage in Halstead and was told a 95 estate I parked next to was Jack's and he was due to collect it. It didn't happen and I don't remember why. I feel lucky to have enjoyed Jack's music for so long, thanks for the memories. Love and strength to the family and friends of the great man.

NAME: kurt lemhouse
LOCATION: york, south carolina usa
Email: gabie
[at]: comporium
[dot]: net
Date: 20 Dec 2014
Time: 19:00:06

COMMENTS

I'm so sad to read of Jack's passing. With Ginger and Eric, Jack pushed the boundries of music to incredable heights. Peace and love, Kurt

NAME: kurt lemhouse
LOCATION: york, south carolina usa
Email: gabie
[at]: comporium
[dot]: net
Date: 20 Dec 2014
Time: 19:00:19

COMMENTS

I'm so sad to read of Jack's passing. With Ginger and Eric, Jack pushed the boundries of music to incredable heights. Peace and love, Kurt

NAME: Shad Defenbach
LOCATION: USA
Email: shqd.defenbach
[at]: outlook
[dot]: com
Date: 20 Dec 2014
Time: 21:02:16

COMMENTS

The greatest bass player of them all. Giddy Lee couldn't hold a candle to Jackie.

NAME: Fred Iannone
LOCATION: North Hollywood, CA
Email: fiann1
[at]: roadrunner.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Dec 2014
Time: 00:53:23

COMMENTS

there will be an empty space in the world without you, Jack. Say hi to Jimi, Entwistle, Keith, John, George and the rest.

NAME: Douglas Isaacs
LOCATION: Mendocino, CA USA
Email: swlabr
[at]: mcn
[dot]: org
Date: 21 Dec 2014
Time: 06:24:34

COMMENTS

Ladies and Gentlemen the finest in the world: Jack Bruce

NAME: Dann E Haworth
LOCATION: Sunrise Beach, Missouri
Email: danne.haworth
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Dec 2014
Time: 06:36:47

COMMENTS

His talent and influence will be missed.

NAME: Richard and Barbara Bainbridge
LOCATION: Grewelthorpe
Email: richard
[at]: bainbridge20.orangehome.
[dot]: Co.uk
Date: 21 Dec 2014
Time: 14:16:51

COMMENTS

Wonderful memories seeing Jack and his band play at York Theatre not to many years ago-- he is sorely missed-- thank you for your wonderful music Jack....

NAME: George F
LOCATION: New Jersey (USA)
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 21 Dec 2014
Time: 14:36:46

COMMENTS

Most importantly, my condolences to Jack's immediate family and close circle of friends. Jack you were a great talent that we were fortunate enough to have witnessed in our lifetime. You inspired many along the way. Musicians were in awe of your playing ability as they watched the command you had over your instrument. You were truly one of a kind and will be missed. Rest in peace my friend.

NAME: Raimund Reinisch
LOCATION: Austria
Email: raimundreinisch
[at]: gmx
[dot]: at
Date: 21 Dec 2014
Time: 15:58:58

COMMENTS

deine musik wird mein leben weiter begleiten, konnte dich auch live erleben danke

NAME: Steve Jonas
LOCATION: Austin TX. USA
Email: 123stp
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 22 Dec 2014
Time: 10:31:26

COMMENTS

I just finished reading "Jack Bruce, Composing Himself." It was so wonderfult to get an inside look at Jack's life, his music and his legacy. I'm so glad to have been touched and inspired by his music throughout my life ..... I'm glad, I'm glad, I'm glad.

NAME: Steve
LOCATION: Essex
Email: stevo2134
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: uk
Date: 22 Dec 2014
Time: 17:13:27

COMMENTS

The music world is sadder and poorer place now. A true musical legend and bass playing inspiration. Ronnie Lane, Jack Bruce, John Bonham and Keith Moon heavens tightest rhythm section. RIP Jack

NAME: Chris
LOCATION: Bethlehem, PA, USA
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 22 Dec 2014
Time: 23:26:59

COMMENTS

I remember seeing Jack with Ringo in 2000 or 2001 in Atlantic City. The concert was so good, we didn't leave in time to catch our bus, so we had to hire a limo to take us home. Later I saw the Cream reunion in 2007 at Madison Square Garden. It was amazing that 3 little old men could play so well, and so loud. Everyone was on their feet the whole time. I had 2 wonderful nights listening to Jack - thank you; may you rest in peace.

NAME: Evert van Walsum
LOCATION: Rotterdam
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 23 Dec 2014
Time: 06:21:47

COMMENTS

Sad news to know of Jacks passing. Sad to know that no more new music will follow.... But what a joy to have listened to such beautiful music, for decades and decades..... what a legacy!

NAME: anders olof norrhage
LOCATION: solna, sweden
Email: norrhage
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 23 Dec 2014
Time: 15:55:24

COMMENTS

He was one of the true masters. Not just an instrumentalist. He mastered music in every aspect. I did not know him, but he seemed very heartful and kind. Love,peace aned happiness to all of us!

NAME: Alberto Sisso
LOCATION: Fort Lauderdale, USA
Email: asisso
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 24 Dec 2014
Time: 00:34:55

COMMENTS

The best!!!

NAME: Carl Gambacort
LOCATION: Toronto
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 24 Dec 2014
Time: 09:06:07

COMMENTS

I had the pleasure of seeing Mr. Bruce perform in Toronto several years ago and was long an admirer of his work. He will be missed by many - a testament to his talent, though he has left us a lasting gift. Till we meet again at the Great Gig in the Sky.

NAME: ceesje peeters
LOCATION: hilversum.holland
Email: k.peters
[at]: amerpoort
[dot]: nl
Date: 24 Dec 2014
Time: 09:42:45

COMMENTS

dear jack bruce when i was twelve years on earth you firstly touxhed my Light soul with cream"s deserted cities of the Heart. Now, Jack, that you are back in quantum spiritual Life i wish ya a blissful yourney. Love on you and all your family Ceesje

NAME: johnnyd
LOCATION: blanchard mi.
Email: brotherjohncd
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 24 Dec 2014
Time: 15:06:42

COMMENTS

i saw jack and the cream in 1968 at oakville ct. jack was the man thatinspired me to,not play the bass,but the harmonica. when i heard him play train time,i wanted to play the harmonica like that.i listened to it a 1000 times until i could at least play some of it.and what a singer. i always thought he was one of the best voices in music.i introduced my daughter to jack playing theme for an imaginary western on piano.it has become one of her favorite songs.God bless you ( jacks family and friends). you can be sure ill never stop listening to jack. he sung and played bass,cello,piano, and harmonica with passion.

NAME: Neil Whyte
LOCATION: Reading
Email: neilwhyte
[at]: bbmax
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 25 Dec 2014
Time: 16:40:39

COMMENTS

'Something' has been leading me, in the last two weeks, to 'catch up' on JB's music; that is, things I missed out on, or mainly missed out on (in vainly but happily trying to cover just about all the music, of every type, there is and ever has been), between Cream and Kip Hanrahan. It doesn't surprise me, then, that I learn only today, on Christmas Day 2014, that he died two months ago. Nor does it seem to matter. I'm just so glad (oh dear ...) to have increased my exposure to music he made - and I was glad before I heard of his death. If I say that at the very moment I learned of it, I was playing Harmony Row, it will sound incredible. Yet it is true. He was one of those veins that ran right through the now long history of the sort of music he helped bring into being nearly half a century ago; and if anything, such trivia as I report here may demonstrate that - somehow.

NAME: Danny Keogh
LOCATION: Australia
Email:
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Date: 26 Dec 2014
Time: 01:59:41

COMMENTS

Great musician loved his work will be missed

NAME: Victor Scott
LOCATION: York
Email: victorclimber
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 26 Dec 2014
Time: 07:41:26

COMMENTS

2 great songs on the Tribute to Gerry Rafferty show ,finally got me hooked on Jack .so sad ...

NAME: PATRICE GIANNINI
LOCATION: France
Email: patricegiannini
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 26 Dec 2014
Time: 08:47:27

COMMENTS

Repose en paix mon chanteur bassiste prefere tu m'as donne tant de plaisir

NAME: Michael Hutton
LOCATION: United States
Email: bassbignbad
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 26 Dec 2014
Time: 12:07:11

COMMENTS

I was 15 in 1969. The hot music on my radar were all bands with great bass players, Tull, Hendrix, The Who and of course, Cream. Jacks bass playing on songs like 'I Feel Free' and N.S.U. turned me on to be a bassist. For 45 years I've been inspired by Jack.. not just for his bass but for who he is as a man and human being. He has always been gracious and loving. We are here to prepare our spirits and our souls for another life.... one of power and freedom and joy. Jack has graduated. My friends, God's light shines forever and Jack Bruce is part of that eternal light.

NAME: axel roy ottens
LOCATION: reno nv.
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 26 Dec 2014
Time: 13:06:35

COMMENTS

I'll never forget when I heard the news its funny but that day on a certain whim I bought alive cream tape with one of my lives greatest songs deserted cities of the heart that song jacks voice and bass shaped my heart I would not be the same person I am today with out the music he created jacks muse was the timeless part of music that were all connected to that night when I heard the news l was at alive show in an Oakland ware house the vibe was there the music was great jack was there thanks jack love to your family

NAME: Henry Rosner
LOCATION: Philadelphia, Pa
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 26 Dec 2014
Time: 15:56:54

COMMENTS

Too soon. Simply too soon.

NAME: tony esposito
LOCATION: Wilton, CT, USA
Email: tony
[at]: adamhouse
[dot]: com
Date: 26 Dec 2014
Time: 18:09:26

COMMENTS

Jack was to the bass - what Miles was to the trumpet. Far more than a virtuoso, he continued to innovate - constantly binging new sounds, new ideas & talented emerging artists to the forefront. It was always a treat and a privilege to be in his company.

NAME: Luciano
LOCATION: Nova Milanese (Italy)
Email: luciorse
[at]: tiscali
[dot]: it
Date: 27 Dec 2014
Time: 06:08:17

COMMENTS

I'm crying an old friend but I got his music

NAME: clarke gibson
LOCATION: ontario canada
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 28 Dec 2014
Time: 10:00:37

COMMENTS

thank you sir. Yours was a sound forged out of necessity with the power of your hands. Akin to a blacksmith fashioning a Claymore with hammer and anvil. Your sword hangs proud.

NAME: Brilot Patrick
LOCATION: Belgium
Email: pbrilot64
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 28 Dec 2014
Time: 13:30:44

COMMENTS

There are 30 years of this, my first bass notes were extracted from "soyl" ... thank you Mr. Jack Bruce ...

NAME: Joerg fuhrmann
LOCATION: Kreuzlingen switzerland
Email: Joergfuhrmann
[at]: Bluewin
[dot]: Ch
Date: 29 Dec 2014
Time: 07:14:10

COMMENTS

Jack your music was a true companion up to now thru all of my lifetime brilliant. thank you

NAME: Will Mercer
LOCATION: Stroud, UK
Email: williammer
[at]: @tesco.net
[dot]:
Date: 29 Dec 2014
Time: 13:52:09

COMMENTS

Jacks's passing has had a deep effect on me and I hadn't kept up with him since Sunshine of Your Love days. So I asked and got Silver Rails this Christmas. I have listened to the album, but not seen the DVD, and Jack,s voice came with me for a walk on the local Cotswold hill. This has inspired me to sit down and get back to writing some music, before... Thanks Jack.

NAME: Pascal BELLAGAMBA
LOCATION: Paris
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 29 Dec 2014
Time: 15:31:28

COMMENTS

I discovered Jack Bruce during 1967 and I was all my life inspired by his message. Thanks Jack

NAME: John Thomas
LOCATION: United States
Email: jtbutter54
[at]: outlook
[dot]: com
Date: 29 Dec 2014
Time: 21:41:58

COMMENTS

What a wonderful talent the likes of you never to be seen again. Thank you Jack

NAME: Andrea Merolle
LOCATION: Rome, Italy
Email: andreamerolle
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 30 Dec 2014
Time: 11:38:30

COMMENTS

you took us in wonderland, sing and play it loud also overthere! with love, Andrea

NAME: David Marion
LOCATION: Pennsylvania, USa
Email: electbass4
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 30 Dec 2014
Time: 18:26:47

COMMENTS

Jack was a profound influence on my bass playing, 40 years ago, and remains so till this day. I mourn my first, best, greatest mentor.

NAME: Colin Fletcher
LOCATION: LEEDS
Email: mail
[at]: colinfletcher
[dot]: plus.com
Date: 31 Dec 2014
Time: 04:03:01

COMMENTS

THE MASTER.Will be sadly missed.

NAME: archie mcleod
LOCATION: glasgow scotland
Email: archibaldmcleod
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 31 Dec 2014
Time: 07:48:07

COMMENTS

jack; gone but not forgotten.say hello to jimi.

NAME: Brian Koppe
LOCATION: Maryland, U.S.A.
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 31 Dec 2014
Time: 10:10:47

COMMENTS

A tad bit late, but please accept my sincerest condolences. I've been a big fan ever since I was first introduced to Mr. Bruce during his Cream days.

NAME: Dick Graham
LOCATION: Cullompton, Devon, UK
Email: disajoro
[at]: btinternet
[dot]: com
Date: 31 Dec 2014
Time: 20:24:10

COMMENTS

Sincere thanks to Jack Bruce for the theme music to my formative years, inspirational bass playing and wonderful, powerful singing ahead of its time - I'm still listening, its as fresh as the day released. Your music lives on. Dick Graham

NAME: Tom Cunningham
LOCATION: Scotland
Email: tamraith
[at]: googlemail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 12:34:03

COMMENTS

Jack, the greatest bass guitarist of all and a brilliant songwriter. Took my son aged nine, over 32 years ago to his first gig and my first time to see Jack, my bass guitar hero. Taken too early. RIP Jack

NAME: Kenneth Lewis
LOCATION: United States
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 13:05:14

COMMENTS

THE most innovative bass guitarists BY FAR! Thanks for all the great music, Jack!

NAME: Murray Carr
LOCATION: Airdrie, Scotland
Email: murray.carr
[at]: blueyonder
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 13:07:37

COMMENTS

Jack was an incredible inspiration to me and thousands of others. His playing encouraged me to take up bass guitar and, although never becoming a professional, the hours of enjoyment I derived from playing can't be valued in monetary terms. He will be missed by all his fans and, of course, his family. But his legacy will be everlasting.

NAME: Mark Kach
LOCATION: sarasota FL
Email: mark.kach
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 13:29:22

COMMENTS

Your talent and vision was an absolute inspiration to my life and countless others. You are missed! Rest in peace.

NAME: Giorgos Zografos
LOCATION: Heraklion, Crete, Greece
Email: gpainterz53
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 13:30:31

COMMENTS

A great musician. He marked my musical taste for the last 43 years. I can still hear him "...now that the songs are moving into night..."

NAME: Marino
LOCATION: Varese (Italy)
Email: crimson1956
[at]: libero.it
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 13:36:14

COMMENTS

I have no words.... THANK YOU JACK.......... REALLY THANK YOU.... You accompanied my whole life.... THANK YOU JACK

NAME: Paul Higham
LOCATION: Inverness
Email: higham01
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 13:54:44

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce and his music have been an inspiration to me over the last 49yrs and will continue to be so until I too pass away. It is long overdue that Glasgow City Council raised a statue of JB on Buchannan St in recognition of one of the cities greatest sons. Thanks and RIP Jack

NAME: Daren Hill
LOCATION: Bristol England
Email: darenhill224
[at]: msn
[dot]: Com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 14:41:08

COMMENTS

Sad to hear the news of Jack's untimely passing. He was a Bass player par excellence: he had taste,style and complete command of his instrument. He was also a gifted Pianist and Vocalist. Jack had everything! I met him in London in 2008 at a Zildjian Cymbals event. It was held in honour of Ginger Baker. Jack came out of The Shepherds Bush Theatre in a red velvet suit. He stood beneath a streetlight and graciously signed my copy of Disraeli Gears: as he did so the light from the lamp above him lent him a magisterial-almost spectral quality. But that was Jack Bruce: special and never to be forgotten. God speed Jack.

NAME: Bernd Bernie Aigner
LOCATION: Graz Austria
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 14:41:10

COMMENTS

Dear Jack, nearly 30 years ago I bought my first fretless, a Warwick Thumb, same model as you played. I putted photos from you, making pub, on my bass flightcase. Nobody reached to copy your unique style. Many ThanX to you for your great, wonderful bass play, influencing and motivating me since decades. RIP, my friend, Bernie, Graz Austria, 22.11.2014.

NAME: Gareth
LOCATION: Wales
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 16:15:48

COMMENTS

A sublime voice for blues, jazz and rock coupled with a fabulous natural talent for the bass - a true innovator, great guy. I was devastated to hear of Jack's death, having been a fan for more years than I can remember. It was truly like losing a dear friend.

NAME: CoCo Butter
LOCATION: New York
Email: cocobutterfo
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 16:18:32

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce is one of most important musician that I have looked up to in my years as a musician. He helped me realize how important the bass is, and should be to all forms of music. In my years as a bass player, I have often attributed my style of playing to what I have learned from listening to him play. It was one of the greatest moments of my life to see Mr. Bruce perform with Eric Clapton, and Ginger Baker for the Cream reunion at Madison Square Garden. His bass playing skills stands out, and puts him on top with all the greats who have ever touched the four strings. His vocal stylings can't be compared to that of any other, as well. He played a huge part in me working up the courage to try playing bass, and singing with one off bands for a short period. Although, I am no longer in a band, there had not been one show that we did where we didn't play a Cream song. Jack Bruce is just the type of musician that anyone starting out should aspire to be. Mr. Bruce. You are one of my favorite bass players of all time. Your talent will be missed in the coming years, but will always be remembered. Thank you for all the music that changed my life forever. You will always be remembered in my heart.

NAME: Flash
LOCATION: Bath england
Email: flashg_g
[at]: Hotmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 16:25:56

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce an awesome legend

NAME: Jay Mebane
LOCATION: Carolina, USA
Email: mscbizjaybird
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 16:41:20

COMMENTS

Our family sends condolences and heartfelt best wishes to the Bruce family. Sincerely, Jay Mebane

NAME: neal hidalgo
LOCATION: new york city
Email: nealsan2
[at]: aol.com
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 17:01:12

COMMENTS

As a teenager I played "White Room " over and over again. I had and still have no idea what that song is about, but it was very comforting to me. I wanted to be in that white room. Rest in peace Jack, and thanks for all the great songs. Neal Hidalgo

NAME: Linda Burns
LOCATION: Florida, USA
Email: sistermidnight
[at]: cfl.rr
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 17:25:04

COMMENTS

Your music, your talents, your presence and inspiration touched my life as well as many others. Although there are many heavy hearts, your legendary talents remain in our memories and hearts. Condolences to your family. Rest In Peace, Rock in Heaven, Jack. I love you.

NAME: Linda Burns
LOCATION: Florida, USA
Email: sistermidnight
[at]: cfl.rr
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 17:28:01

COMMENTS

Your music, your talents, your presence and inspiration touched my life as well as many others. Although there are many heavy hearts, your legendary talents remain in our memories and hearts. Condolences to your family. Rest In Peace, Rock in Heaven, Jack. I love you.

NAME: Brian McGarry
LOCATION: North Wales, UK
Email:
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 17:37:59

COMMENTS

A fellow Scot and long time fan, I was privileged to see Jack live 3 times, twice in Glasgow in the seventies and most recently in Warrington, England just about a year ago. A Jack concert was always memorable. Thanks for the great music, and RIP.

NAME: Dave Sherlock
LOCATION: Sydney Australia
Email:
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 18:08:19

COMMENTS

When I heard Jack play on Disraeli Gears for the first time in 1967 I can say with my hand on my heart that it changed my life for ever. He took bass playing to another level. RIP Jack Bruce so sadly missed

NAME: Andrew Coopet
LOCATION: Toronto Canada
Email: Andrew.cooper
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 18:13:26

COMMENTS

I would have been about twelve when my older brother brought home Cream's double LP Wheels of Fire. The studio sides were wonderful and Bruce And Brown's compositions very impressive but it was the live rendition of Spoonful that really knocked me out. The interplay between Bruce's bass and Clapton's guitar was so intense it was just mesmerizing. A couple of years later while I was riding with my brother in his VW Beetle he popped in a cassette of Bruce's solo album Songs For a Tailor. That brilliant, beautiful album confirmed what a genius the man was. It's an album that never gets old and I still relish listening to it to this day. Just a few months ago the new album Silver Rails was released and is a real treat that only gets better with each listen. The unique and brilliant Jack Bruce, arguably the greatest and most influential bassist in Rock history, lives on.

NAME: steve oaks
LOCATION: United States
Email:
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 18:48:54

COMMENTS

Thanks for everything you've done Jack.I sincerely hope your resting in peace.God bless you.

NAME: Chuck Barnhart
LOCATION: Marshall, IL USA
Email: cwbarnhart
[at]: frontier
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 19:00:52

COMMENTS

Jack will always be one of my favorite bassist and vocalists. The music that he put out with Eric and Ginger is beyond what words can describe. His vocal was like no other. Cream remains one of the crowning achievements if blues rock.

NAME: Denise Vonderau
LOCATION: Cleveland
Email:
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 19:02:58

COMMENTS

Played bass guitar on Friday, Sunshine of your love, in front of a crowd at The Veterans hospital in honor of Jack, everyone loved it. Thanks for the inspiration.

NAME: pete konsevitch
LOCATION: New York
Email:
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 19:15:35

COMMENTS

Thanks for all the great music. I loved seeing you perform again with Cream in 2005. Your smile said it all god bless

NAME: Craig Brown
LOCATION: Orange, California
Email:
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 19:18:36

COMMENTS

My deepest sympathies to the Bruce family and friends and all of us, his fans. I have no superlatives to offer that begin to express my admiration for this great musical artist. He was and will remain a light of inspiration for my own musical journey. Rest in peace.

NAME: Joe Barbarotta
LOCATION: Anaheim, CA
Email: jbass
[at]: pacbell.net
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 19:46:44

COMMENTS

Thank you for your incredible, elevating gift.

NAME: ken menge
LOCATION: Florida
Email:
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 19:46:56

COMMENTS

Jack rocked

NAME: Leibo
LOCATION: Florida
Email: rleibo7
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 20:10:23

COMMENTS

I grew up as a big Cream fan and can't begin to tell you how much joy I got from Jack. May he rest in peace.

NAME: Cassius Wiliams
LOCATION: Decatur, IL
Email:
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 20:17:25

COMMENTS

I remember I wanted to play guitar until one day I heard "Badge", after that I knew bass was the instrument for me. As I got to know more about bass I listened to more Cream and discovered how amazing a bassist Jack Bruce was. Everything about his playing I wanted to get down to a T. Now I finally have my own bass (and harmonica so I could be more like Jack) but I'm nowhere close to his greatness and I doubt I'll ever be.

NAME: Neil Calandra
LOCATION: USA
Email: neilacalandra1
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 20:41:37

COMMENTS

Rest easy. U will never be replaced. Ever

NAME: Judi
LOCATION: California
Email:
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 21:48:22

COMMENTS

Thank you Jack for all of your wonderful music. I have loved you since I was 16 years old. Without a doubt, the greatest bass player of all time. Vocals, second to none. I am so grateful to you for leaving such a great body of work. I will always be listening to you. Peace and love to you my friend.

NAME: Judi
LOCATION: Torrance, California
Email:
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 21:55:42

COMMENTS

Thank you Jack for all of your wonderful music. I have loved you since I was 16 years old. Without a doubt, the greatest bass player of all time. Vocals, second to none. I am so grateful to you for leaving such a great body of work. I will always be listening to you. Peace and love to you my friend.

NAME: Pat Albertson
LOCATION: New Zealand
Email: PJCDM
[at]: xtra
[dot]: co.nz
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 22:03:38

COMMENTS

Farewell to the greatest and most exciting bassist ever. The music lives on ...

NAME: Richard Honeyman
LOCATION: Chicago
Email: housweet
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 22:07:19

COMMENTS

Jack if I could talk to you today,I would say you are a inspiration to all bass players since you shined with Cream and beyond. You'll live in all the bass payers you inspired. I know my playing has been inspired by you. R.I.P. and screw Ginger.LOL!

NAME: Keiichiro
LOCATION: Chiba, Japan
Email:
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 22:15:37

COMMENTS

My musical preference is made of JACK's BASS LINE. R.I.P

NAME: John McGraw
LOCATION: Denver, Colorado
Email:
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 22:39:34

COMMENTS

Thank you sir for the amazing music. It has been a thrill.

NAME: Ken Powell
LOCATION: USA
Email: krpowell
[at]: umich
[dot]: edu
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 22:53:17

COMMENTS

God bless Jack

NAME: Marc LeBlanc
LOCATION: Forest Park, IL USA
Email: Yeti51468
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 23:20:53

COMMENTS

Jack was my "birthday buddy." This year he wished me a happy birthday, which definitely made my year!!

NAME: Adrienne
LOCATION: Pune INDIA
Email: gonsalvesadrienne
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 00:23:56

COMMENTS

We loved u and are fortunate to have your Music to inspire us as Teens ....right up to our 60's !!!! Rest Peacefully xoxoxox

NAME: Peter Zabriskie
LOCATION: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Email: peterzabriskie
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 00:36:36

COMMENTS

I was 11 and saw A Hard Days Night and wanted be a Beatle. I was 15 and HEARD Jack sing White Room, Politician, I'm So Glad,and wanted to DO that. I still want to perform with the energy and raw life that Jack did. If ever anyone was asked to "Stand and Deliver"...Jack Bruce surely did. Godspeed Jack.

NAME: Ken Geiger
LOCATION: New Jersey
Email:
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Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 00:39:49

COMMENTS

Phenomenal musician. Of course all of the Cream stuff was legendary, but he was more than that. A huge inspiration to many. A sad loss to the world.

NAME: John Denley
LOCATION: Bristol, England.
Email:
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Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 02:13:13

COMMENTS

i was very sad to learn of Jack's passing,and my heartfelt commiserations go out to his family,and friends. Jack's music will live on in all it's glory,as a testament to a great musician.

NAME: Pete Skett
LOCATION: Bishops Stortford
Email:
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Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 03:28:29

COMMENTS

I was introduced to Cream at a relatively early age by my older brother and instantly fell under the spell of that awesome music. Jack's complex bass lines and haunting vocals blended so seamlessly with Clapton and Baker's contributions to make a whole so much greater than the sum of their parts. They inspired a lifetime of music appreciation in me. Jack will be deeply missed but fondly remembered.

NAME: chuck miller
LOCATION: cleveland, usa
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 07:14:44

COMMENTS

I was a guitar player during Cream's days, but Jack inspired me to be a bass player. When I listened to Cream, I listened to Jack.

NAME: Double D
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA USA
Email: Mushproductions
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 09:43:17

COMMENTS

Jack truly touched our lives with a sound with his bass and vocals which will never be duplicated. Jack Bruce will truly be missed by your legion of fans but your memory in music is with US forever! Jack Bruce will always share the "Badge" of greatness!!!

NAME: Shelley
LOCATION: New Hampshire
Email:
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Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 11:19:08

COMMENTS

Many a musician have passed on, but, Jack's passing has left an emptiness in my heart like no other musician. I chose to play the bass guitar because I was so influenced by you, so moved by your style. I will never play like you, but, every time I pick up the instrument I am grateful to have followed and listened to you. Jack, you are and always will be my inspiration, my driving force to play better. I thank you for the finest musician you will always be. You're sitting on top of my world.

NAME: RICK BRYAN
LOCATION: CINCINNATI,U S A
Email:
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Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 12:34:38

COMMENTS

I FIRST HEARD YOUR MUSIC ON A ROBIN TROWER ALBUM .I WAS HOOKED FOR LIFE .THANKS FOREVER .

NAME: Chris Collard
LOCATION: Chesterfield
Email: chriscollard43
[at]: yahoo.co.uk
[dot]:
Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 12:37:20

COMMENTS

I remember hearing Cream play a lunchtime radio slot as an impressionable 6th former at school back in 1967 and was amazed and particularly moved by Jack's soulful vocals for 'I Feel Free' and the quality of the live sound. 'White Room' again was sung so well, such emotive and soulful vocals are rare in rock.There is a tendency for us perhaps only to over focus on the guy who was probably indeed the best all round bass player in music - period.But Jack was also an inspirational vocalist and an impressive composer and arranger, among other talents! I'm reading 'Composing Himself' at present, a great and truthful boigraphy. My prayersand thoughts are with Jack's family and all those who loved him and his music. Thank you for the chance to write something.

NAME: Ian Holloway
LOCATION: Kilmarnock
Email: InHllwy
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 12:41:08

COMMENTS

Met Jack in a shop in East Kilbride around 1984 ? and he took the time to speak to me for around 10 min so proud I still tell people 30 years later. once met never forgotten, sad sad loss. rip

NAME: Peter Grant
LOCATION: Stamford, zincs
Email: Pgrant
[at]: Tesco
[dot]: Net
Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 13:51:56

COMMENTS

Jacs bass plying with Cream along with Adam Clayton of U2 and John Mscvie of Fleetwoodmac has inspired me to take up the bass guitar whilst I eaot for surgery at Addenbrookes for liver cancer at the tender age of 58 Rip Jack you were one of the best.

NAME: aarne byckling
LOCATION: finland
Email: aarne.byckling
[at]: pp.inet
[dot]: fi
Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 15:05:10

COMMENTS

Jack was one the greatest bass players in the world. Also his songs were excellent, but most of all he was a good husband and a father to his family . Arnie

NAME: Laura Doreson
LOCATION: USA
Email:
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Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 16:22:00

COMMENTS

I was a young art school photographer who loved Jack's music. I went to his concerts when he was in NYC. I went to the front of the stage and took many photographs of him. He always posed for me and acknowledged I got the picture. I was always so grateful for this kind acknowledgement. I was in a music store around this time where he was with Leslie West, trying out guitars as fans gathered round. He pointed to me and said to Leslie, "There's that girl," I was too shy to thank him for the photos and left the store. But I will always remember his recognition of me as a young photographer.

NAME: Robert Burd
LOCATION: Rapid City, South Dakota
Email: rjburd68
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 18:42:36

COMMENTS

I was born on November 26, 1968, the same day of the last Cream gig. I began playing bass in 1984 and Jack has been a huge influence on me. I am so thankful I was able to see him on the Question Of Time tour in Baltimore at Hammerjacks with Ginger Baker. Thank you Jack for all the wonderful music you created. Many blessings to your family.

NAME: Ulf Wahlkvist
LOCATION: Lund, Sweden
Email:
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Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 19:43:18

COMMENTS

Jack, Today I was told you're not with us anymore (in this world). This message made my whole body shiver and I felt a cold wind hit my body and my mind. I couldn'n help tears come out of my eyes and I felt a huge emtyness. First of all my thoughts go to your family and we will all MISS YOU...

NAME: Ulf Wahlkvist
LOCATION: Lund, Sweden
Email:
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Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 19:44:30

COMMENTS

Jack, Today I was told you're not with us anymore (in this world). This message made my whole body shiver and I felt a cold wind hit my body and my mind. I couldn'n help tears come out of my eyes and I felt a huge emtyness. First of all my thoughts go to your family and we will all MISS YOU...

NAME: Tony Middeldorp
LOCATION: Auckland New Zealand
Email: tonymid
[at]: orcon.net.nz
[dot]:
Date: 23 Nov 2014
Time: 23:37:40

COMMENTS

Jack's voice, music and bass were like a clarion call for me back in the sixties. My life as a musician has been touched immeasurably by his presence and gifts. He painted huge musical vistas which transported me to other deeper worlds. Thanks Jack - forever with me.

NAME: Dan Wheeler
LOCATION: Richmond, VA. USA
Email:
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Date: 24 Nov 2014
Time: 04:59:39

COMMENTS

My condolences to Jack's family and friends. I am but one of the legion of bass players who were influenced, motivated and inspired by Jack Bruce. I am forever in his debt, and am very thankful for the untold hours of learning and enjoyment that his music has provided. He is sorely missed; may he rest in peace.

NAME: Mike Murtagh
LOCATION: Colchester
Email: mikemurtagh60
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 24 Nov 2014
Time: 06:59:21

COMMENTS

I was, and am, deeply saddened to hear of the death of the first real musical hero that I found for myself when I was 13. Jack Bruce was a huge talent - multi-instrumentalist, composer, singer and, of course, supreme bass player. He was also, in my opinion, massively underrated. His range was astonishing and of a consistently high standard, encompassing the ethereal majesty of something like As You Said through Rhythm & Blues (the proper kind, not whatever passes for it now) to heavy, riff-driven rock-blues to straight jazz on the marvellous album, Things We Like on to groundbreaking genre-smashing powerhouse complexity with Tony Williams Lifetime (the best) to the genius of his solo albums with the likes of lyrical efforts such as Theme For An Imaginary Western and the whole of Harmony Row even to really obscure work like putting Samuel Beckett's No Answer to music with Carla Bley and Mike Mantler. The music always came first with him and he was never content to stay in his comfort zone and make the bucks by churning out the stuff that made them famous 50 years ago, as so many of his more lauded contemporaries. With reference to a wonderfully original album he did with Bernie Worrell in the 90s called Monkjack, one reviewer observed that he was ...a musician's dream, a marketing man's nightmare! Just about sums him up! After his initial appearance with Cream on "Top Of The Pops" in late-1966, I was utterly captivated by his stunningly inventive basslines on "Disraeli Gears". There were any number of Eric Clapton and BB King-style guitarists but nobody played those contrapuntal lines that Jack produced on that wonderful album. Nobody! I was hooked from then on and devoured, initially, the wondrous, cliche-free lines on things like Crossroads. Eric Clapton's solos on that amazing Fillmore performance are justly praised but you listen to the improvised counterpoint that Jack provides. Wow! He also introduced me to the joys of improvisation and, ultimately, jazz, for which I'll be forever grateful. I had no idea at the time, of course. My big sister heard me listening to live Wheels Of Fire and said, "Oh, you'll like jazz one day." I was outraged! What could she be talking about? Jazz was Acker Bilk and the like and I definitely didn't go for that (still don't!). Jack also had a wicked, dry sense of humour. The jazz thing above reminds me of how he once commented, "Cream was a jazz band; we just never told Eric!" Jack was so much more than Cream and it's irritating to see his post-Cream work downplayed, inevitably, I suppose. His involvement with the best band I ever saw or heard, Tony Williams Lifetime, was pioneering stuff and mind-bendingly complex but also delivered at sternum-throbbing volume. Utter genius! You had to stick with it but I grew a new pair of ears that Nov night in Bristol in 1970. I was lucky enough to meet him twice; once at Ronnie Scott's in 1971 and once in Manchester's Band On The Wall in 1978 or so. Always had time for his fans and was excellent company. He bought me a double Scotch at Ronnies when I was a poverty-stricken schoolboy but I was able to return the favour in Manchester! So it's a very sad and reflective time for me. I got my wife onto his music through his (and Ginger's) harmonica tour-de-force, Traintime! Bloody marvellous! Thanks for the incalculable pleasure and brilliant memories your music has given me over the years, Jack! RIP.

NAME: david fox
LOCATION: Dunsford UK
Email: djffox
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 24 Nov 2014
Time: 07:56:19

COMMENTS

First saw Jack with Graham Bond in the Sixties, Inspirational Bass player will be sadly missed. RIP.

NAME: TAKUO KOBAYASHI
LOCATION: JAPAN
Email: koba_taku_pfunk
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: co.jp
Date: 24 Nov 2014
Time: 08:39:01

COMMENTS

I Remember Jack now and then!

NAME: wayne morris
LOCATION: ontario canada
Email: somersetfarm4u
[at]: yahoo.ca
[dot]:
Date: 24 Nov 2014
Time: 13:04:19

COMMENTS

First my condolences to Jack's family. A true legend has passed and the music scene will be poorer for the loss of a truly great musician. Thank you Jack for providing us with great music and inspiration over the years.

NAME: Thomas Van Dyke
LOCATION: Venice, FL
Email:
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Date: 24 Nov 2014
Time: 14:30:26

COMMENTS

Jack left a wonderful mark upon this World. His Family can be proud of his creativity and musianship. He can truly Feel Free now.

NAME: Dennis Thomas
LOCATION: Hampshire, England
Email:
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Date: 24 Nov 2014
Time: 15:05:51

COMMENTS

Jack did so much to brighten my life; so pleased I managed to take my wife to see Jack and the band in Basingstoke a couple of years ago. What a talent; one of a kind. Rest well, Mr B...and a huge 'thank you' to all the family for sharing him with us.

NAME: AH
LOCATION: London
Email:
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Date: 24 Nov 2014
Time: 16:07:35

COMMENTS

Taught me everything I know about playing the bass.

NAME: Neil Hampson
LOCATION: Worksop England
Email:
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Date: 24 Nov 2014
Time: 16:11:22

COMMENTS

supreme talent

NAME: Randy Povelite
LOCATION: United States
Email: bigrandino
[at]: roadrunner
[dot]: com
Date: 24 Nov 2014
Time: 16:56:11

COMMENTS

will be missed

NAME: John Washburn
LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA
Email: bigpull
[at]: sbcglobal
[dot]: net
Date: 25 Nov 2014
Time: 02:04:35

COMMENTS

When I first saw Jack Bruce play with Cream in LA 1968, I was riveted. My lady friend managed to lead me through a jam packed hall to the very edge of the stage halfway through their set. There we were at Jack's feet, as the band went into We're Going Wrong. Of all the great, great moments I experienced seeing the best bands play in LA or San Francisco in those years '67-'72 (and I saw them all!) that moment is one of a very few that I can still relive in memory and feel moved. His playing and singing were always to me, transforming

NAME: NEIL ONEILL
LOCATION: Oakland, California
Email: noneill690
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 25 Nov 2014
Time: 03:29:21

COMMENTS

My Hero! And the best bass player if all time! Rest well deserved, friend!

NAME: john browning
LOCATION: bexleyheath, london
Email:
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Date: 25 Nov 2014
Time: 05:34:40

COMMENTS

The voice and bassist for a generation. So sad to lose such a talent so early.

NAME: Jesse S
LOCATION: Auckland, New Zealand.
Email:
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Date: 25 Nov 2014
Time: 07:33:19

COMMENTS

I thought one day I'd get to meet him and have a jam I guess one day in the great blue sky. His amazing singing style and bass playing will be missed. Thanks for the music buddy.

NAME: Phil Townson
LOCATION: Maple Ridge BC Canada
Email: Ptownson
[at]: Shaw
[dot]: Ca
Date: 25 Nov 2014
Time: 09:52:20

COMMENTS

You've left us sitting on top of the world with you Jack. You will never be gone to us Mr. Bruce

NAME: Agostino
LOCATION: Genova Italy
Email: gustin5452
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 25 Nov 2014
Time: 12:41:19

COMMENTS

Grazie

NAME: Bill
LOCATION: Hill
Email: william55hill
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 25 Nov 2014
Time: 12:51:15

COMMENTS

Jack.....we never met but you were a vivid inspiration to a budding young bass player. Thanks for all the music....it lives on. Bill

NAME: John Gregory
LOCATION: NYS USA
Email:
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[dot]:
Date: 25 Nov 2014
Time: 14:08:00

COMMENTS

Favorite 60's musician: arguably Jack Bruce Reason: the catalog ! (massively talented musician !!! ) Condolences.

NAME: Cameron McGlasham
LOCATION: Sudbury Suffolk
Email: Cameronmc1
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 25 Nov 2014
Time: 14:21:07

COMMENTS

I'm only 15 and i could hear pure emotion from all of his music which I'm working though at the moment. He will me missed.

NAME: Mal
LOCATION: Stafford
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 25 Nov 2014
Time: 16:39:19

COMMENTS

When all is said and done, the truth will live on. Thanks for being yourself. God bless you!

NAME: Hansi
LOCATION: Geislinegn
Email:
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Date: 26 Nov 2014
Time: 05:25:50

COMMENTS

Wir trauern um Jack und sind im Geiste bei euch. Nie werden wir ein kleines Konzert bei den Kulturtagen in Esslingen mit Gary Moore vergesen. RIP

NAME: umberto
LOCATION: italy torino
Email: primogenito01
[at]: libero
[dot]: it
Date: 26 Nov 2014
Time: 08:29:28

COMMENTS

I regret very much a great musician a great man, husband, father and grandfather umberto turin italy

NAME: Dave Beauchaine
LOCATION: Wisconsin
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 26 Nov 2014
Time: 13:32:48

COMMENTS

Growing up I always loved Jack's voice with Cream - I am still amazed the sound these guys made with only 3 musicians. Later I learned Jack was a Scotsman, and I liked him even more. My Mother was also from Glasgow.

NAME: Nick
LOCATION: Merritt Island , Florida
Email:
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[dot]:
Date: 26 Nov 2014
Time: 15:27:50

COMMENTS

Very saddened by Jack's passing. Deepest sympathy to the family

NAME: CARMELO HERNANDEZ
LOCATION: SPAIN
Email: carmelo.hdez
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 26 Nov 2014
Time: 18:53:05

COMMENTS

When I was a child and began to understand how the world works, fate made me an immense gift, and suddenly one day, I decided to buy a disc of a group that had no reference or prior information. I was moved by the powerful image of the cover of the LP. Three guys with a really shocking expression. The Cream was his name and the title of the album The Best of Cream. My life changed and for nearly 50 years, these three guys have been part of my system of life, one way or another. Over the years, one of those three musicians achieved a special status in my system. Jack Bruce became a kind of constant in the equation that we advance in knowledge and existential experience. His music, in itself, a vision of life, moving, hyper-sensitive and deeply drawn, has been and will be a tapestry full of signals representing values as images and sounds ..., vectors in the lives of many people like me. Hey Jack, How's tricks?

NAME: CARMELO HERNANDEZ
LOCATION: SPAIN
Email: carmelo.hdez
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 26 Nov 2014
Time: 18:56:29

COMMENTS

When I was a child and began to understand how the world works, fate made me an immense gift, and suddenly one day, I decided to buy a disc of a group that had no reference or prior information. I was moved by the powerful image of the cover of the LP. Three guys with a really shocking expression. The Cream was his name and the title of the album The Best of Cream. My life changed and for nearly 50 years, these three guys have been part of my system of life, one way or another. Over the years, one of those three musicians achieved a special status in my system. Jack Bruce became a kind of constant in the equation that we advance in knowledge and existential experience. His music, in itself, a vision of life, moving, hyper-sensitive and deeply drawn, has been and will be a tapestry full of signals representing values as images and sounds ..., vectors in the lives of many people like me. Hey Jack, How's tricks?

NAME: Clay Ziegler
LOCATION: USA
Email: clayz4
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 26 Nov 2014
Time: 21:01:58

COMMENTS

I met Jack in the late 1960s, at the Spectrum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. He was the best bassist in the world back then, and still was the best when he left this Earth. I also should mention that he was one of very few people whose voice I would steal, if it were possible. He WAS Cream, because without his voice, Cream would not have existed.

NAME: George smith
LOCATION: Durham
Email: snuf0191
[at]: Icloud.com
[dot]:
Date: 27 Nov 2014
Time: 08:43:09

COMMENTS

Great music

NAME: Terry Lewis
LOCATION: UK
Email: terry
[at]: terrylewis
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 27 Nov 2014
Time: 11:13:17

COMMENTS

The most expressive bass playing there ever was combined with that exceptional vocal....a complete inspiration to me....thanks Jack. RIP

NAME: Harry
LOCATION: Trowbridge Wiltshire
Email:
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Date: 27 Nov 2014
Time: 11:27:45

COMMENTS

Just 1of the best Guitar men .Rest in Peace Jack. Thanks for the Greay Music.Harry Gates.

NAME: Jerry Zawideh
LOCATION: michigan
Email: jerryzawideh
[at]: Hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 27 Nov 2014
Time: 13:34:52

COMMENTS

I love him. I love his work. I love how he made me feel. God bless him and everyone he you touched.

NAME: Steve Smith
LOCATION: Moreton, Dorset
Email:
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Date: 27 Nov 2014
Time: 14:51:58

COMMENTS

My one ambition in life was to see cream, they shaped my musical taste for two decades, jack's bass and vocals were mind blowing, gone too soon but rest in peace jack, you've earned it, bless you

NAME: Roslyn Swanston
LOCATION: Whitstable, Kent
Email:
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Date: 27 Nov 2014
Time: 15:22:44

COMMENTS

In my early teens I went to the midnight movies to see a filmed Cream concert. From that moment on, I fell in love with Jack Bruce's voice. It was unique and made Cream very special. My biggest regret is that I never saw Cream play live. Like thousands of others, I tried for tickets for their reunion concerts at the Albert Hall but was disappointed. But at least I still have my albums and singles. Jack's legacy of music will live forever. Thank you Jack

NAME: Steve Banner
LOCATION: Syston, Leicestershire, UK
Email:
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Date: 27 Nov 2014
Time: 17:10:00

COMMENTS

RIP Jack, you gave me so much pleasure throughout my younger years and still continue to do so in my 62nd year along with the many musicians who had the opportunity to play alongside you. Your lyrics, riffs and vocals were legendary and will continue to be so. Thank you.

NAME: Keith Belbin
LOCATION: East Wiltshire PEI Canada
Email: mojobe
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 27 Nov 2014
Time: 19:43:57

COMMENTS

My sympathies go out to Jack Bruce's loved ones. His music and bass playing has had an immense impact on my musicianship. Thanks for the tunes...

NAME: daniel miller
LOCATION: Arkansas
Email:
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Date: 27 Nov 2014
Time: 22:12:46

COMMENTS

Saw Jack, Ginger, and Eric in Chicago 1968. Greatest concert I have ever seen! Your music will always be in my head, jack. I will miss you deeply.

NAME: L Mark Patterson
LOCATION: Dallas, Texas USA
Email: webtech54
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 27 Nov 2014
Time: 23:10:56

COMMENTS

The sixties showed us that the UK and surrounding countries were the beginning of something that will never die here in the US. "The British are coming" never carried so much truth as it did in those 10 years from 1960 - 1969. Here we found Jack Bruce and still hold him dear in our heaars today. Never will he be equaled because he was the greatest and we knew it then and still today. We have lost a wonderful, kind, truly grandious man and his music. But he will never be forgotten. RIP Jack....we are sorry you are not here amongst us any longer, but you will never be forgot.

NAME: Jason Farmer
LOCATION: Camas Valley, Oregon
Email: camjason7
[at]: aol.com
[dot]:
Date: 27 Nov 2014
Time: 23:27:56

COMMENTS

I am so sorry to hear of Jack, s passing. He was a great musician and I am glad that he was able to produce such a great plethora of music with his friends and associates. I especially love the Cream reunion DVD from the Royal Albert Hall concerts. I think that was Jack at his best doing what he loved with old friends and it means a lot to me that he was able to do so much in his life. Great bass player and vocalist.

NAME: Simona Luciano
LOCATION: Milan, Italy
Email: simona
[at]: zaks
[dot]: com
Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 03:06:47

COMMENTS

Jack lives!

NAME: Mike M
LOCATION: London
Email:
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Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 06:53:21

COMMENTS

So much has been and will be said about Jack Bruce's role in the development of music, but he also appeared, in interviews on TV etc, to be a grounded down to earth person and a nice bloke you could probably easily chat to if you met him. Thoughts are with his family at this sad time.

NAME: Marty Puljic
LOCATION: Cleveland, Ohio
Email:
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Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 08:34:41

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce - "The Creme De La Cream." I regret not having the chance to interview you for my blues radio show. However,I will never regret your artistic influence on my own bass playing style. A part of your spirit will live on through me. One day we'll meet up down at the Crossroads and will catch up then.

NAME: M Maguire
LOCATION: Cavan , Ireland
Email:
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Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 08:42:21

COMMENTS

Jack's Rich Deep singing voice was perfect for Blues and Rock...and the wonderfull strange lyrics he wrote with Pete Brown...really influenced me in my mid teenage years .....He created and performed great Psychadelic Classics like White Room, Dance The Night Away, Tales of Brave Ulysees....he was a big loss, but I am glad he was around so long to give us so much listening pleasure ....

NAME: Grainger Allen
LOCATION: Belfast
Email: graingerallen
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 08:44:27

COMMENTS

I had the great privleige of seeing Jack with Cream in Belfast and it was a night I will never forget.He was one of the greatest musicians ever to grace a stage and his music will live in. RIP Jack and may I convey my deepest sympathies to his Family.

NAME: Craig Zammiello
LOCATION: New York
Email:
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Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 09:25:37

COMMENTS

Inspiration for the countless A force of nature Definition of cool And also of humble Why I play bass Rest in Peace.

NAME: Gino
LOCATION: novi Michigan usa
Email: gino_coppola
[at]: comcast
[dot]: net
Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 11:50:48

COMMENTS

Jacks voice & bass playing are thunderous!!!! A great man who influenced many including myself. He will be truly missed. But he lives on through his music forever!!!!!!!

NAME: Kevin Ryan
LOCATION: United States
Email:
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Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 13:44:09

COMMENTS

My thoughts and prayers go out to Jack's family for there loss.I learned a lot about drumming by listening to his bass playing. I wish I could have personally thanked him Outsiders and No Surrender. Two songs that lifted me spiritually the first time I heard them. He set the standard for bass players. I will miss him. R.I.P. Jack

NAME: Steve Woodward
LOCATION: Aberdeen
Email: s.woodwardatabdn.ac.uk
[at]:
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Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 13:51:48

COMMENTS

Great musician. Sad to hear of his departure.

NAME: steve haynes
LOCATION: barton on sea, hampshire
Email: stephenphaynes
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 13:54:50

COMMENTS

so sad..great singer and bassist....he WAS cream and so underated...loved him!!! Will be missed so much.

NAME: Hayden Hudson
LOCATION: United States
Email:
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Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 14:23:29

COMMENTS

Jack was 10 years my senior. I was starting to form bands with friends in the U.S. when Cream albums began appearing here in '66. I played bass, loved it and played for hours each day trying to learn to play like Jack. Doing so made me a good bassist but nothing close to his divine talent. He was my inspiration, and I learned much, but Jack's total musical gift was 1 in billions. #1 worldwide on bass but magically playing other instruments so well on at will. Add his amazing vocal and writing talents - Jack was a unique, undefinable musical package. He touched so many who loved him, as did I.

NAME: John Butterworth
LOCATION: Bradford
Email: jjjkmb
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 14:23:44

COMMENTS

Brilliant musician, will be missed

NAME: m sharp
LOCATION: Wadesmill hertfordshire
Email:
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Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 14:32:51

COMMENTS

Rest in peace Jack, you will always be in our hearts. God bless you

NAME: Lenny Coby
LOCATION: Bronx, NY
Email: padge49
[at]: aol.com
[dot]:
Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 14:45:54

COMMENTS

Please accept my belated condolences to your family. I have read many messages left in tribute by his fellow musicians and fans. I first saw Jack at the Fillmore with Cream, and I knew right away that he was just brilliant. He will be missed by my friends and I, and every time I listen to something by Jack in his many different musical styles, I will smile and be grateful that he was here and he did the great things that he did without compromise.

NAME: Huw Price
LOCATION: Cumbria
Email: huw
[at]: huwprice
[dot]: com
Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 16:17:05

COMMENTS

Thank you for the music.

NAME: michael proctor
LOCATION: o'fallon, missouri
Email: michaelproctor7
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 28 Nov 2014
Time: 21:58:33

COMMENTS

that spoon that spoon that spoonful

NAME: Werner Dannemann
LOCATION: Goeppingen Germany
Email:
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Date: 29 Nov 2014
Time: 02:31:29

COMMENTS

It was a great honor for me having played with Jack in February 2013 in the Alte Reithalle, Stuttgart, Germany the world famous songs he composed like "We're going wrong", "Politician", "Sleepy time time", "Sunshine of your love" and "White room" to name a few. This concert was definitely the highlight of my nearly 50 years lasting time as a guitar player. Thank you very much Jack for the time you spend with us on this planet. RIP Werner Dannemann.

NAME: Ian Doyle
LOCATION: Wales
Email:
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Date: 29 Nov 2014
Time: 03:39:55

COMMENTS

Thanks Jack.

NAME: Eric Gall
LOCATION: Nederland
Email: ericjangall
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 29 Nov 2014
Time: 04:30:27

COMMENTS

Thank you for the emotions and memories Jack. You made my life much more intense and interesting! I'm very thankful to have been able to see you live in the Melkweg in Amsterdam. It was a very pure, intimate and wonderful performance which lead to an unforgettable experience. Your music will always be with us. Great artists and allround wonderful blokes like you will always live on in our hearts and souls. RIP Jack. Thank you for the memories!

NAME: Lenny Israel
LOCATION: San Juan Capistrano, Ca
Email: Len.israel
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 29 Nov 2014
Time: 08:47:21

COMMENTS

I started playing 45 years ago at 12 years f age. Although my initial influence to pursue bass was a result of seeing Geezer Butler in concert, my first, I was quickly introduced to Wheels of Fire by a seasoned pro. Jack Bruce's approach to playing became part of my foundation. Reading tributes from players I later studied (eg Jeff Berlin) it has suddenly become so clear on dear Jack's influence. I am so thankful for the joy he brought me in learning to play. And finally, after 40+ years I understand what he did in an instance on Crossroads (Wheels of Fire) so many years ago. Peace always.

NAME: Lenny Israel
LOCATION: San Juan Capistrano, Ca
Email: Len.israel
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 29 Nov 2014
Time: 08:47:41

COMMENTS

I started playing 45 years ago at 12 years f age. Although my initial influence to pursue bass was a result of seeing Geezer Butler in concert, my first, I was quickly introduced to Wheels of Fire by a seasoned pro. Jack Bruce's approach to playing became part of my foundation. Reading tributes from players I later studied (eg Jeff Berlin) it has suddenly become so clear on dear Jack's influence. I am so thankful for the joy he brought me in learning to play. And finally, after 40+ years I understand what he did in an instance on Crossroads (Wheels of Fire) so many years ago. Peace always.

NAME: David Wheeler
LOCATION: Ayr, Scotland
Email: davidawheeler56
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 29 Nov 2014
Time: 10:30:25

COMMENTS

Great musician whom I always admired; a continuing source of inspiration. Hope he and Jimi team up in the beyond; that would be something to see :)

NAME: danny
LOCATION: Ireland
Email:
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Date: 29 Nov 2014
Time: 15:30:29

COMMENTS

jack the reason i play..RIP

NAME: victor ross
LOCATION: elgin scotland
Email: victor-ross
[at]: live
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 29 Nov 2014
Time: 15:53:05

COMMENTS

truly a great loss of one of the best musicians of mine or any generation the driving force of one of the greatest super groups ever cream

NAME: Martin Brown
LOCATION: United States
Email: slomarty
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 30 Nov 2014
Time: 00:08:49

COMMENTS

What a bummer that Jack has passed. My dad introduced me to Cream when I was a kid, and from then I was hooked on Jack and his incredible playing. The man was a master. He changed my life with regards to how I listen to music, Rock, Jazz, etc. You will be missed, but your life lives on through your music. Rest in peace, sir. Thanks for your work.

NAME: JACKMILLER
LOCATION: NEW YORK
Email: kirsh57
[at]: optonline.net
[dot]:
Date: 30 Nov 2014
Time: 07:21:25

COMMENTS

A SPECIAL MAN,AN INSPIRATIONAL MUSICIAN.GOD BLESS HIS SOUL.HE MAY NOT BE WITH US BUT WILL LIVE ON FOREVER IN HIS MUSICAL LEGACY. THANK YOU JACK!!!

NAME: Michael Gerhardt
LOCATION: Gruiten, Germany
Email: mitscha.gerhardt
[at]: web.de
[dot]:
Date: 30 Nov 2014
Time: 07:46:13

COMMENTS

In Deutschland hatte Jack Bruce eine sehr grosse Fangemeinde. Ich kann immer noch nicht fassen, dass er nun nicht mehr unter uns ist. Er war ein grosser Komponist, Musiker, Saenger und einer der besten Bassisten, der je auf der Erde wandelte. Seit Musik begeisterte Fans aus allen Genres: Jazz, Hardrock, Heavy Metal, Blues, Soul!!! Die deutsche Fangemeinde wird Jack Bruce niemals vergessen: R.I.P.!

NAME: Sheila Moran
LOCATION: Surrey, England
Email:
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Date: 30 Nov 2014
Time: 10:56:50

COMMENTS

Jack, you've been part of my life for over 40 years. Your music will live on in my head and my heart. You were taken way too soon. Condolences to your family at this very sad time. RIP Jack xx

NAME: Roman Holder
LOCATION: Westminster, SC USA
Email: romanholder1
[at]: live
[dot]: com
Date: 30 Nov 2014
Time: 12:28:58

COMMENTS

Many years of your powerful riffs and mystical lyrics will live on Jack. I never met you or got the chance to see you in person, but your music has touched me. Sometimes I listen to it and it motivates me, sometimes it makes me cry with the thought-provoking lyrics. I thank you for your contribution to rock and roll and I hope it will never die. You have a place in the world's heart. Sincerely, Roman Holder Age 14 Westminster, SC USA

NAME: Ron riley
LOCATION: Cornwall
Email:
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Date: 30 Nov 2014
Time: 13:17:07

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was Jack Bruce I loved that!

NAME: JEREMY
LOCATION: KENT.UK.
Email: TEDDYSALAD
[at]: HOTMAIL
[dot]: CO.UK
Date: 30 Nov 2014
Time: 14:41:27

COMMENTS

to jacks family-jacks wonderful voice and amazing musicianship came into my life at the age of 14 years and has stayed with me ever since; still listening over 46 years later. a true pioneer! bless you, jack, my sincerest condolences to all family left behind. kind regards, jeremy.

NAME: Colin Thompson
LOCATION: Point Pleasant, New Jersey, USA
Email:
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Date: 30 Nov 2014
Time: 15:04:39

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was the reason why I started playing bass. My father brought me up on Cream and I used to listen to their jams for hours on end. The world of bass players will be a lesser place without him, but his influence will live on forever.

NAME: Stephen Withers
LOCATION: United Kingdom
Email: WITHERS.STEPHEN
[at]: GMAIL.COM
[dot]:
Date: 30 Nov 2014
Time: 16:01:32

COMMENTS

An immensely talented musician, changed the perception of the electric bass.

NAME: Francis Bishop
LOCATION: Glasgow, Scotland
Email: robgordon35
[at]: outlook
[dot]: com
Date: 30 Nov 2014
Time: 18:44:17

COMMENTS

When you listen to the music of Jack Bruce, you feel proud to be Scottish, and feel lucky to be able to hear such a talent. "Legend' is an overused word, but this is what Jack Bruce is. People will tell stories of him, and listen to his fabulous musical legacy for years to come. 'The Cream'; -they weren't wrong. We're always waiting for one last encore. God Bless

NAME: Jim Gardiner
LOCATION: Scotland
Email: the_gardiners
[at]: btinternet
[dot]: com
Date: 30 Nov 2014
Time: 20:36:28

COMMENTS

I've spent a while thinking about this and didn't want to dive in with any form of instant reaction grief. Now, all I want to say is that, from being a schoolkid seeing Jack in Glasgow on 9 Nov 1970 with Lifetime til the 5 March 2011 in Glasgow as a grown man,may I extand my sympathies to Margrit and the family how grateful I am to have seen Jack play over the years. Much love, Jim

NAME: Ron Beretta
LOCATION: Beloit, Wi
Email: ronberetta
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 30 Nov 2014
Time: 22:38:18

COMMENTS

On November 15, I played a gig with my friend Pistol Pete here in Beloit and I sang Born Under a Bad Sign in memory of Jack. I know he always like that song.

NAME: Jeffery Bauguss
LOCATION: North Wilkesboro, North CarolinaI'm
Email:
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Date: 01 Dec 2014
Time: 03:15:33

COMMENTS

I'm not sure it's possible to put into words how influential Jack Bruce and his music are, and will always be. He inspired me to play bass. He changed my life. I never met him, but I love him and I miss him terribly. Jack-- As You Said.

NAME: Tim Price
LOCATION: Charlotte NC
Email:
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Date: 01 Dec 2014
Time: 11:33:09

COMMENTS

Sorry for your loss. What a lasting musical legacy he has left. The Cream always rises to the top.

NAME: Peter Allen
LOCATION: London
Email:
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Date: 01 Dec 2014
Time: 14:35:15

COMMENTS

You will be greatly missed Jack. Thanks for the wonderful music.

NAME: Lynne Cashen
LOCATION: Ruislip. Middlesex
Email:
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Date: 01 Dec 2014
Time: 14:47:03

COMMENTS

Childhood idol and priveliged to see Jack at Ronnie Scotts and hear those wonderful compositions sung live. Wonderful and sorely missed. Never will be forgotten.

NAME: mikde blyth
LOCATION: north wales
Email: mjdblyth
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 01 Dec 2014
Time: 15:12:41

COMMENTS

Admired him from 1967 to now for being unique

NAME: David Lewis
LOCATION: Aix en Provence, France
Email: lewisdave3
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 01 Dec 2014
Time: 15:13:45

COMMENTS

"Can You Follow?" No, in my book nobody can follow Jack. What a musician, what vocal power. What a songwriting team: Jack and Pete Brown. "Harmony Row" is one of my favourite albums. Astonishingly good. Thank you Jack. Love to his family and friends.

NAME: Frankie Lombardo
LOCATION: United States
Email: Frankie
[at]: FrankieLombardo.com
[dot]:
Date: 01 Dec 2014
Time: 16:24:51

COMMENTS

Words alone can not disclose the Man. Talented, Loving and lived life to the fullest. When Cream hit the scene We were living at 5769 Briarcliff rd. Hollywood Ca. Now owned by Brad Pitt And Angelina Jolie and Kids. It was a very large home built in 1921. My Father and Mother raised 12 kids in the home. As a side story one day my Father said when asked, Father who's the Black Cat living in the basement Pop said his nsme is Jimi Hendrix ; )) Jack, Eric and Ginger made Their mark in the minds of many. Blessed for eternity

NAME: Al Andreansky
LOCATION: Florida, USA
Email: envirosy
[at]: gate
[dot]: net
Date: 01 Dec 2014
Time: 17:26:45

COMMENTS

Great musician

NAME: Bryan Symons
LOCATION: Sowf London
Email: bryansymons
[at]: mac
[dot]: com
Date: 01 Dec 2014
Time: 19:26:06

COMMENTS

I remember seeing Jack (soon after Cream) at Lanchester Poly in Coventry in 1969-great music-bemused student audience. And then at the old Marquee in Soho with Tony Williams' Lifetime-probably the most exciting gig I've ever heard. He was a truly great and remarkable musician, and everyone who loved him must share his family's loss.

NAME: chris
LOCATION: wales
Email: chrisharfoot
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 01 Dec 2014
Time: 20:21:45

COMMENTS

I only found out yesterday, the strange thing is I sang White room, with a band in Thailand about the time he died. No way near as good, always a fan, unfortunately, never a friend, but I will miss him, RIP, Chris

NAME: Ivan Navik
LOCATION: Russia
Email: ivan-k89.bass
[at]: yandex.tu
[dot]:
Date: 01 Dec 2014
Time: 23:26:50

COMMENTS

Mr. Jack Bruce, very great great thank U for your music, thank U for yoyr time, for your marvelous songs'n lirycs. Great Thank U From Russia!

NAME: Bob Stokes
LOCATION: Cleveland Ohio
Email:
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Date: 02 Dec 2014
Time: 01:12:10

COMMENTS

I'm still saddened knowing there is no Jack Bruce. He was a big influence on me as a bassist and singer (I'm 56). He was such a great singer.I'm listeneing to his music daily. So sad..

NAME: Ian Fordham
LOCATION: ipswich
Email:
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Date: 02 Dec 2014
Time: 03:26:03

COMMENTS

Probably the best and certainly the most influential bass player the music world has ever seen. He will live on in many hearts!

NAME: Brian
LOCATION: Cornwall
Email:
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Date: 02 Dec 2014
Time: 04:42:58

COMMENTS

So sad when I heard this news a few weeks back - in my humble opinion Jack was the finest bass player I ever had the good fortune to see and listen to. Wonderful player, great all round musician and composer and a real gent. My sincere condolences to all family and friends. Thanks for all the music Jack ... which will live on forever.

NAME: brianrayner
LOCATION: penzance
Email: brianrayner22
[at]: yahoo.co.uk
[dot]:
Date: 02 Dec 2014
Time: 06:17:47

COMMENTS

fantastic musician will be terribly missed

NAME: Colin Beveridge
LOCATION: Perth, Scotland
Email: colinalfa
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 02 Dec 2014
Time: 10:13:50

COMMENTS

So many happy memories of Jack with Cream when I was a teenager: simply the best. He will be missed. Thinking of his family.

NAME: Richard
LOCATION: Mepal cambs
Email: Richiematt
[at]: Live
[dot]: Co.uk
Date: 02 Dec 2014
Time: 14:09:47

COMMENTS

Farewell jack rest in peace. From a fan and fellow bass player

NAME: Mike Huffman
LOCATION: Illinois
Email: olhoffy
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 02 Dec 2014
Time: 16:52:38

COMMENTS

My hero

NAME: Rob Leyland
LOCATION: Stockport
Email: Robert.leyland3
[at]: Virgin
[dot]: Net
Date: 02 Dec 2014
Time: 17:41:51

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was a great bassist and singer. I loved his rock and jazz work - Songs for a Tailor, Harmony Row (what a deliciously clever oxymoron) and Things We Like are three of my favourite LPs. Seeing him recently in Buxton was a treat (a very LOUD treat). Condolences to all the family.

NAME: Annette Kelley
LOCATION: Lomita, Ca
Email: letloverule101
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 02 Dec 2014
Time: 18:45:05

COMMENTS

My condolences to the family & the rock n roll world. We have lost an icon & a big musical influence to all musicians throughout the world. My heart is broken. Thank you for being my mentor. Now that u r in heaven you know how important you r in my life. Thank you my soulmate Robert Bartlett for educating me on such a talented singer and the band CREAM. I am a singer and I will never forget you and will listen to that amazing voice of yours & continue to grow. I'm a sleepytime baby. All my love. Annette Kelley

NAME: Bob OFee
LOCATION: USA
Email:
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Date: 02 Dec 2014
Time: 19:14:17

COMMENTS

You were the reason I learned to play the bass. Thank you for your music. You will be missed.

NAME: robert morgan
LOCATION: S.F. bay area
Email: robertmorgan51
[at]: yahoo.com
[dot]:
Date: 02 Dec 2014
Time: 21:25:08

COMMENTS

THE BASS THE VOICE

NAME: George Arthur Reynolds
LOCATION: Leesburg, GA, USA
Email:
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Date: 02 Dec 2014
Time: 22:55:50

COMMENTS

What a musical genius and original talent. RIP Jack Bruce...

NAME: Matthias Frinken
LOCATION: Hamburg Germany
Email: planung
[at]: mfrinken
[dot]: de
Date: 03 Dec 2014
Time: 07:56:55

COMMENTS

Thank you, Jack, for your inspiring music and personality. Born in 1953 I have been listening to it since I was 15 and will go on.

NAME: Paul Saitta
LOCATION: Boston MA, USA
Email: psaitta
[at]: hushmail
[dot]: com
Date: 03 Dec 2014
Time: 08:13:09

COMMENTS

One of my earliest childhood memories is playing my big brother's 45s, and there was this white and yellow one called "Sunshine of Your Love" that I listened to over and over. Jack, you welcomed me into the world and made sure I'd grow up to be a musician. We never met, but we've been friends all my life, and I'm going to miss you. Thank you for all the great memories, and for all the great music.

NAME: Mike Roberts
LOCATION: North Wales
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 03 Dec 2014
Time: 10:31:57

COMMENTS

Saw Jack play with his Blues Band in 2012,fabulous music.Great night with a great musician.God bless you Jack.

NAME: BRIAN MERRILL
LOCATION: NORTH CAROLINA, US
Email: BRIANEM72
[at]: GMAIL
[dot]: COM
Date: 03 Dec 2014
Time: 15:17:44

COMMENTS

IT'S A GIVEN, JACK'S INFLUENCE ON THE ELECTRIC BASS GUITAR. HOWEVER, IT IS JACK BRUCE'S COMPOSITIONAL IMPACT ON MODERN MUSIC IN THE PAST 50 YEARS THAT I HOPE HE IS MOST REMEMERED FOR. THANKS JACK.

NAME: Michael Moriarty
LOCATION: London
Email:
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Date: 03 Dec 2014
Time: 15:18:58

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was a true genius, an artist of extraordinary power, originality and integrity. There are many songs of his that linger tenaciously in the memory.

NAME: M and T Maginnis
LOCATION: Detroit
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 03 Dec 2014
Time: 22:32:15

COMMENTS

Our sincerest condolences to Jack's family and friends. We were lucky to see the Cream reunion in New York in 2005. Great concert by a great band. RIP Jack.

NAME: LUIS ALBORNOZ
LOCATION: ARGENTINE
Email: ladedostristes
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 03 Dec 2014
Time: 22:54:37

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce an great musician.Unforgetable. Thanks a lot Jack. Luis

NAME: Jody Berland
LOCATION: Toronto, Canada
Email: jody.berland
[at]: sympatico
[dot]: ca
Date: 03 Dec 2014
Time: 23:02:12

COMMENTS

jack Bruce had a voice you could not forget and never wanted to stop. It was like the feeings of a generation reached their most beautiful and joyous expression when he sang. There was no one like him. He will be missed Condolences to his family.

NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Australia
Email: fullermmp
[at]: ros
[dot]: com.au
Date: 04 Dec 2014
Time: 06:17:38

COMMENTS

I did not know that Jack had gone . I have been trying to deal with my own grief . My Marie died on 11.12.12.So she has been on my mind more than anything else. Jack was the foundation of modern bass playing . His singing was superb. Great song writer , intelligent , wonderful man . Goodbye Jack . Take that "Rope Ladder To The Moon ". My Deepest sympathy to the Bruce family .

NAME: Stuart Randall
LOCATION: Southampton, England
Email: stuartw.randall
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 04 Dec 2014
Time: 11:07:39

COMMENTS

I like countless others have been touched by his great song writing musicianship and performances. Will be sorely missed.

NAME: John Barnes
LOCATION: Uk
Email: ovenready
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 04 Dec 2014
Time: 14:05:23

COMMENTS

Thanks for your music Jack which has wallpapered invaluable chapters in my life. Life is eternal and your music parallel's life. God bless you and we all thank you for influences and memories in our lives.

NAME: anne langford
LOCATION: plymouth uk
Email:
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Date: 04 Dec 2014
Time: 15:26:22

COMMENTS

jack was an outstanding musician I remember listening back in the 60,s when cream started out,my sincere condolences to his family,the music world has lost another truly great artist

NAME: David Boon
LOCATION: Leicester
Email:
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Date: 05 Dec 2014
Time: 01:52:11

COMMENTS

Jack's music has been part of my life for 40 years. Got to see him in 2012. What a talent and what a musical legacy he leaves behind. He will be missed.

NAME: Jukka Karja
LOCATION: Finland
Email:
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Date: 05 Dec 2014
Time: 06:14:00

COMMENTS

Farewel Jack.

NAME: Hem
LOCATION: Montgomery AL
Email:
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Date: 20 Nov 2014
Time: 13:05:00

COMMENTS

Great influence on me in my youth as a bass player in a teen cover band in Louisiana. I loved his smiles on the 2005 Cream reunion concerts. He was having fun. RIP.

NAME: Jim MacKinnon
LOCATION: Martinez, CA
Email: jim
[at]: virtualmachina
[dot]: com
Date: 20 Nov 2014
Time: 17:02:08

COMMENTS

Wow - incredibly sad news

NAME: David Mulhern
LOCATION: United States
Email: david
[at]: mulhernlaw
[dot]: com
Date: 20 Nov 2014
Time: 17:27:50

COMMENTS

I have aways loved and admired Jack's music, ever since I first learned of him in the early '70s. So much talent as a writer, instrumentalist, and vocalist. While I love Sunshine and White Room and all the rest of the Cream catalog (for which most of the credit goes to Jack as the main writer), for me Ships in the Night is really maybe his greatest. He also, quite evidently, a humorous and highly intelligent man, as was clear from his interviews. So happy to have seen Cream at MSG in 2005. I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the Bruce family. He will be missed but his music will live on and continue to amaze, move, and impress us. Truly, a once-in-a-generation talent.

NAME: Normand Tremblay
LOCATION: Canada
Email: normand.tremblay89
[at]: videotron
[dot]: ca
Date: 20 Nov 2014
Time: 19:59:42

COMMENTS

'As you said', Jack, you'll never come again, but as you have been blessed by the music, I will always remember you since the youngest days of my life, when I was listening to Cream songs. Your voice is in my head somewhere forever. That eternal peace go with you. Normand

NAME: Steve
LOCATION: USA
Email:
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Date: 20 Nov 2014
Time: 20:30:29

COMMENTS

Have always been amazed by your musicianship. Thanks for all the god times and music.

NAME: Ken Powell
LOCATION: USA
Email: krpowell
[at]: umich
[dot]: edu
Date: 20 Nov 2014
Time: 21:22:48

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce changed my entire life. Cream was the singular moment that made my being. Friends and I argued who was singing because we had radios, not internet. We were high school kids playing music and then Cream hit us. We played their music and got kicked out of high school. I imagine.............Grosse Pointe High School. Whacky conservative boys playing psychie music! Just like Jack we got kicked out of school and cello. RIP Jack. You had the best vocals, the damned best bass and a legend just for fun. God we shall miss you pal. Rock on. Ken Powell 973-839-3120

NAME: Albert Von Zedlitz
LOCATION: Frankfurt, Germany
Email: zconsult
[at]: yahoo.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 04:38:34

COMMENTS

Since 1970 I enjoyed Jack Bruce as a bass player and singer!The Cream was and is one of the world's best band ever - songs like Spoonful, Tales of brave Ulysses, or White room are unforgettable, I liked his voice so much! May Go bless him and his family!

NAME: Gavin Waller
LOCATION: Bovingdon Herts
Email: gavin.waller1
[at]: btinternet.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 08:28:03

COMMENTS

I have been following Jack since I was 11 I'm now 56 and he has allways been so vital I was lucky enough to see him with Cream and subsequently with his own band recently he was a one off a legend I will really miss him no one else comes close RIP Jack.

NAME: Kees Poulus
LOCATION: Blaricum, the Netherlands
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:03:47

COMMENTS

Jack, Cream was an inspiration, especially your songs and your voice. So was "Songs for a Taylor" and the end-chord of "theme for an imaginary western" still echoes in all the songs I write...

NAME: Tony Tine
LOCATION: Boise Idaho
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:04:48

COMMENTS

A great loss. My condolences to family and friends. He will be missed but not forgotten.

NAME: Steve Carola
LOCATION: Astoria, NY
Email: scarola105
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:08:04

COMMENTS

On November 3rd 1968 I saw the Cream at Madison Square Garden, I was 15 years old and this was my first concert. My life was changed in 1964 when The Beatles came to America, I like every other teen bought a guitar, but after seeing the Cream I KNEW what I wanted to do with it! Thank You and God Bless!

NAME: Anthony Oneill
LOCATION: United Kingdom
Email: tonyoneill1
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:08:03

COMMENTS

I was lucky enough to see Jack live at the Redcar Jazz club when he was with Cream just a great songwriter and musician.

NAME: Muzza
LOCATION: New Zealand
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:09:52

COMMENTS

The painted wagon is further on Beautiful music where Jack had gone Thank you, Jack. Haere ra, kia kaha.

NAME: Tony Hill
LOCATION: Birmingham
Email: tony4998
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:11:11

COMMENTS

I didn't know you Jack,but you touched me with your great voice, masterful Bass playing and general extraordinary musicianship. Your humility came across too. The music world is much the poorer with your passing. Thanks Jack. God bless your family and God bless and keep you.

NAME: pipe
LOCATION: uk
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:11:13

COMMENTS

Pipe Bass player The Bite THANKS JACK

NAME: Chris Bovill
LOCATION: Durham
Email: chris.bovill
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:11:43

COMMENTS

A great influence and inspiration to me from the mid sixties onwards. Never to be forgotten.

NAME: Jon Fulmer
LOCATION: St. Louis, Missouri
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:11:51

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was the single greatest influence on my life as a musician. When we lost him a week ago, the world lost the person Roger Waters called "probably the most musically gifted bass player who's ever been." But he was much more than a bass player. More than anyone else (even everyone else combined) Jack Bruce influenced my bass playing, singing, songwriting and overall musicianship. His technique and tone in both bass and vocal added up to an overall POWER that, for me, was unmatched. There was no one else and I loved him very much. I'd been playing for 13 years when I first heard the Live Cream version of "NSU" in 1991 and it changed my life. Through the prism of his playing I was finally able to discover my voice on bass and clearly understand the oneness of the jam. When I began experimenting with fretless bass shortly thereafter, it was assumed by fellow players that it was because of Jaco Pastorius. But it was because of Jack. On my first CD, I included solo sections with only one or two chords, so as to be conducive to stretching out, a la live Cream. When asked about my fantasy concerts around this same time, I stated that a Cream reunion would be at the top, "but that'll never happen." And then it did, on October 24, 2005, at Madison Square Garden in New York. Unbelievable. Jack Bruce was a monumental figure who lit a new path for so many of us, and in doing so, cut a swath so wide if was virtually impossible not to fall in. He took us into unchartered territory until the end with a wonderfully fresh album made during the final year of his life. He may be gone, but the music and the POWER live on.

NAME: Dave Kingsbury
LOCATION: Nottingham
Email: davekingsbury
[at]: msn
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:12:14

COMMENTS

Jack brought artistry to blues-rock and paved the way for the genre to develop, though nobody who followed was better - brave vocals and bass played like a lead instrument, a real trailblazer!

NAME: Alan Jones
LOCATION: Wales, United Kingdom
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:12:42

COMMENTS

Had the privilege of attending a Cream concert and the Blind Faith Hyde Park gig..........changed my life! Thank you Jack, hope to catch you on the flipside.

NAME: Bryn Jones
LOCATION: United Kingdom
Email: bryn5456
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:14:20

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce has been a musical hero for me since my early teens when I first heard his playing, singing and compositions with Cream. He continued to develop and to impress and inspire with every musical step he took. Few musicians can have touched so many who have come after. His passing leaves a void.

NAME: Stephen Phillips
LOCATION: London
Email: steve
[at]: soundofthesuburb
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:14:30

COMMENTS

RIP Jack. Inspirational bass player and singer.

NAME: Karl-Heinz Thunemann
LOCATION: Deutschland
Email: karl-heinz.thunemann
[at]: outlook.de
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:14:35

COMMENTS

What a loss. I am so grateful to have seen Jack with Cream live in 2005 in RAH. I followed his career since the time of Alexis Korner and the GBO, and always adored his musicality and absolute profession. I am so pretty sure that Jack will be seen as a legend forever - he was an inspiration for so much other musicians. Jack - R.I.P.

NAME: Marcus Paulo mikhail
LOCATION: Sao Paulo, Brazil
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:15:12

COMMENTS

Thanks, Jack Bruce for the music. RIP, peace and love to your family.

NAME: Jorge Miguel Filho
LOCATION: Brazil
Email: jorgemiguelfilho
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:17:16

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce created the music that will be played in this century,the next century,and so on. That's a fact. He "lives in eternity's sunrise", as another poet said.

NAME: Bill Farish
LOCATION: Carlisle Cumbria.
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:18:44

COMMENTS

Rest in peace mate. You were a legend. And you music will live on.

NAME: Darko Defranceschi
LOCATION: zagreb,croatia
Email: defra9
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:18:50

COMMENTS

JACK BRUCE the man who SITTING ON TOP OF THE WORLD with his bass guitar.My favorite bass guitar player.R.I.P. GOODBYE JACK.

NAME: Dave Mousley
LOCATION: Port Erin Isle of Man
Email: dave.mousley
[at]: verosdigital
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:19:08

COMMENTS

Jack was the reason I started playing. Always an inspiration, but maybe much more than that. A one off. The depth and breadth of his playing and composition were amazing. And that voice! A great soul and a great man. Living on in his spectacular songs and playing. God bless him and his family.

NAME: Arda Onortac
LOCATION: Poland
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:19:35

COMMENTS

You were the best! Play yer rhythm wherever you are as you rest in peace...

NAME: Bill
LOCATION: upstate NY
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:20:15

COMMENTS

Thanks so much for our chat at Toad's Place. A nicer guy I cannot find. Godspeed, Jack.

NAME: trevor reed
LOCATION: United Kingdom
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:22:42

COMMENTS

Jack WAS Cream. A gifted bass player, singer and harmonica genius, not to mention an incredible songwriter. The world of music is at a loss. His work will live forever.

NAME: Stuart and Jack Mackinnon
LOCATION: swansea and Glasgow
Email: stuartmack1974
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:23:01

COMMENTS

My father turned me into Songs for a Tailor when I was about 16, and 22 years on we still regard it as one of the finest musical works of a musical master. Thank you jack.

NAME: Adam Garrie
LOCATION: United Kingdom
Email: adamgarrie
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:24:31

COMMENTS

Jack was more than a talented musician, he was the consummate musician. He was able to create new genres without succumbing to the confines of any pre-existing expectations. As a composer, bassist and vocalist his range was monumental. His frequent collaborations with Tony Williams helped create new perceptions of what it meant to play 'jazz' or indeed 'rock'. His work with Dick Heckstall-Smith and Jon Hiseman showcased Jack's double-bass playing at it's very finest. The instrument too often restrained to a quite walk, sprung to a kind of electric life in Jack's hands. Jack's own jazz-fusion band with Bill Cobham, Clem Clempson, and David Sancious was simply sublime. Jack's composition Bird Alone is in many ways the pinnacle of virtuosity meeting unbridled passion. When it comes to song based composition, the album Out of The Storm has all the hauntingly beautiful, surreal and emotionally compelling qualities one longs for in music. The complex arrangements are delivered with a delicacy that is nonetheless deeply involving. The track 'Without A Word' from the 'How's Tricks' album remains a song that's difficult to listen to with dry eyes and now that Jack's gone this effect is all the more magnified. Whether melancholic, humorous or incandescent, there is a sincerity in all of Jack's music from traditional blues to classically inspired progressive rock to the frontiers of modern jazz. Having grown up with Jack's music, his death saddened me greatly. Jack's creative abilities never seemed to run short and I'm sure that when the world lost Jack, we also lost many more years of music. Before I moved to the 'behind the scenes' division of the music industry, I remember my last proper gig as a drummer. The final song I played was 'White Room'. I remember it like it was yesterday. As a kid, when others that Beatles and Stones covers was the thing to do, I was always the one saying, "No, I want to play Cream". And for a while I suppose that's what I did. I offer my deepest sympathy to Jack's beautiful family and to all of his friends and musical collaborators who have been part of Jack's long musical journey. "Tomorrow's train Has closed it's doors Without a word Without a word" RIP Jack Bruce

NAME: Mark DelMedico
LOCATION: Utica NY
Email: strawbfan
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:24:49

COMMENTS

Cream and Iron Butterfly were my favorite bands back in the 60`s .I was around 8 or 9 when I first heard Cream,loved them still do.Sad that Jack Bruce isn`t with us ,but he left a ton of great music

NAME: Emilien GRENOT
LOCATION: FRANCE
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:26:45

COMMENTS

After Cream reunion in 2005, I was hoping the band could make another tour... A true legend left us with thousands of great memories, Jack will always have a place in our mind & heart.

NAME: Alan
LOCATION: savannah
Email: a_seidman
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:27:05

COMMENTS

thanks for the music...thanks for the memories...

NAME: Derek
LOCATION: Irvine, Scotland
Email: derekmcadam
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:28:39

COMMENTS

Folk Song.. Epic.. A True Legend...

NAME: Robert
LOCATION: sudbury
Email: robertcole2226
[at]: Googlemail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:28:42

COMMENTS

I grew up with the sound of Cream and Jack was Cream. So it was a fantastic experience to meet the great man. My thoughts are with his family.

NAME: Claude BRISSET
LOCATION: France
Email: brishton
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: fr
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:29:03

COMMENTS

I would like to leave here a message of very deep appreciation of Jack Bruce 's bulk of work and great talent....All his projects were full of passion, depth and beauty....His voice alone was (and still is....) such a huge presence....we will regret him....but his music lives on and on....Goodbye Jack..... RIP

NAME: Alan Bolton
LOCATION: London
Email: alan.bolton1956
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:30:16

COMMENTS

You were a major part of my musical education, thank you Jack and rest in peace

NAME: Marziano Fontana
LOCATION: Italy
Email: marzianof
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:30:18

COMMENTS

SONG by: Christina Rossetti (1830-1894) WHEN I am dead, my dearest, Sing no sad songs for me; Plant thou no roses at my head, Nor shady cypress tree: Be the green grass above me With showers and dewdrops wet; And if thou wilt, remember, And if thou wilt, forget. I shall not see the shadows, I shall not feel the rain; I shall not hear the nightingale Sing on, as if in pain; And dreaming through the twilight That doth not rise nor set, Haply I may remember, And haply may forget. "Song" is reprinted from Goblin Market and other Poems. Christina Rosetti. Cambridge: Macmillan, 1862.

NAME: Viktor Olsson
LOCATION: Stockholm,Sweden
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:32:03

COMMENTS

The first time I heard White Room I was enchanted. Jack's voice was incredible and his bassplaying even more so. From that moment I started playing bassguitar and my main inspirations always returns to Jack Bruce's playing. R.I.P Jack! I've lost a true hero of mine. Thoughts go out to his family in this difficult time.

NAME: John Greene
LOCATION: Cornwall
Email: arteden48
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:33:14

COMMENTS

One of a very few who can truly be described as great. He changed my way of playing when I first heard him and has been a constant inspiration ever since. Rest for a while until the next chapter begins, for whatever it is, it will need you. Love and peace John Greene

NAME: Grason John-Allen Eckel
LOCATION: Cambridge, Maryland
Email: grasoneckel
[at]: ymail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:34:55

COMMENTS

I had the opportunity to see Jack live in concert at a small club in the Georgetown section of Washington,D.C. I have listened to his music so many times that I lost count years ago. His "Rope Ladder to the Moon" documentary is a wonderful tribute to his love of his homeland and his roots as one of the most influential artists of our time. He shall always remain one of my favorite artists.

NAME: John
LOCATION: Memphis, TN, USA
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:35:46

COMMENTS

Mr Bruce's musical talents encouraged me to choose the bass as an instrument to learn for the first time. Thank you, Jack. Rest in Peace.

NAME: mike
LOCATION: brighton
Email: anyfoolknowsthat
[at]: yahoo.co.uk
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:35:55

COMMENTS

You've inspired many musicians to start playing and inspired many more,personaly my dad played me cream while i was growing up and was blown.away by how three guys sounded so big!!!a true master of the bass,and a gent of a man,rip jack we will miss you!!

NAME: Gudjon Bjarnason
LOCATION: Reykjavik, Iceland
Email: gaui
[at]: bvs
[dot]: is
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:36:08

COMMENTS

What can I say, Jack has been living with me since around 1969; never go anywhere without some of his music. Great gift. May he rest in peace

NAME: Andy Plant
LOCATION: Telford , Shropshire
Email: andyplant37
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:37:21

COMMENTS

A true Legend , best bassman ever , great voice and with CREAM awesome , a pity legends like him can't live forever , gonna miss you Jack RIP pal .

NAME: Doug Brant
LOCATION: Youngstown ohio
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:38:28

COMMENTS

I never saw Jack playing when he wasn't smiling n that would inspire anyone !!!

NAME: Marty Power
LOCATION: USA
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:38:36

COMMENTS

Thank you, Jack, for your music and inspiration. I first listened to you at the age of 9, when Disraeli Gears came out, and followed your music throughout the years - with Lifetime, with Robin Trower, with Carla Bley, all of it, but especially your brilliant solo albums. Even though I'm a guitarist, you've affected my music and my attitude toward music deeply. Thank you for everything, I miss you.

NAME: Bradley Hubbard
LOCATION: Washington State
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:40:30

COMMENTS

In 2005 I traveled from Washington to New York just to see Cream. An incredible performance and that voice was just incredible! It was amazingly strong on We're Going Wrong. R.I.P Jack...we're gonna miss you.

NAME: Dennis Sexton
LOCATION: Phoenix, Az.
Email: dennis.sexton
[at]: coc.net
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:43:00

COMMENTS

He was the reason I am bass player.RIP Sir. You were a genius.

NAME: Neil Kelman
LOCATION: Cambridge uk
Email: n.f.kelman
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:43:51

COMMENTS

Great music be it bass , voice and or piano. The word legend is to easily used but Jack was truly that and a real inspiration.

NAME: Dennis Sexton
LOCATION: Phoenix, Az.
Email: dennis.sexton
[at]: coc.net
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:45:25

COMMENTS

He was the reason I am bass player.RIP Sir. You were a genius.

NAME: Maxie Crouch
LOCATION: Arlington, texas
Email: maxiecrouch
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:45:37

COMMENTS

Mr Jack you were one of the first influnices that inspired me to pick up the bass. Thank You!!!!!

NAME: Dom Citrullo
LOCATION: DeLand, Fl
Email: domcitrullo
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:48:55

COMMENTS

So sorry to hear of Jacks passing. Enjoyed his talent and music.

NAME: Dai Taylor
LOCATION: London
Email: daitaylor
[at]: mail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:50:37

COMMENTS

Jack one of the best ever, his voice was unique and wonderful,his bass and piano playing totally mesmorising. Jack's 'Theme from an Imaginary Western' will live with me forever amongst many other songs.

NAME: Rich Wagner
LOCATION: Columbus Ohio USA
Email: rwagn
[at]: att
[dot]: net
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:53:06

COMMENTS

Thank you Jack for all the great melodies and that wonderful singing voice unlike any other. Your proficency on all manner of bass was inspiring and amazing. I love your music in all it's incarnations. Your songs, "Theme For An Imaginary Western" and "Into The Storm" are ethereal. Love you man. May God hold you close and eternal peace be granted to you.

NAME: Mike Dennis
LOCATION: Nottingham, England
Email: mikedennis800
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 09:54:40

COMMENTS

i first heard Jack playing on sunshine of your love in my mid-teens. I can still remember the tingle in my spine. Having been brought up on a diet of classical music it was an ephinany for me, an introduction to a wider world of music. Rest in Peace Jack you will be sadly missed

NAME: Huib Blom
LOCATION: Switzerland
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:00:21

COMMENTS

A great guy with a great voice making great music. Listening to Cream is not about nostalgia. It's too good for that.

NAME: Bill Kruse
LOCATION: Molesey, Surrey
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:01:20

COMMENTS

Thanks for all of it :-)

NAME: Juan
LOCATION: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Email: benayasjc
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:04:17

COMMENTS

Jack s music inspire me in such an amazing level, his music is inmortal as himself that s why I feel so bless when I could go to see him on stage.Thanks for all Jack!

NAME: Len Moskowitz
LOCATION: New York and New Jersey USA
Email: lenmoskowitz
[at]: optonline
[dot]: net
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:04:18

COMMENTS

Jack's passion for his music and his masterful proficiency on his instruments inspired me, as a bassist and as a vocalist, from the 1960s until his recent passing. He was so important to my musical formation that over the long years, I made sure to attend most of his performances in the NY area. And when Cream announced the 2005 re-union shows at Albert Hall, I flew over from the US to attend - I just couldn't miss that opportunity to see him, Eric and Ginger play together again. (I sat just behind Jack's amplifier.) Maestro: I will miss you mightily! Thank you for being there for us for so long. There will never be another you!

NAME: Bill
LOCATION: Greece
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:04:23

COMMENTS

Jack, thank you for all the great music and most importantly, for being a truly amazing person. Your legacy will live on for ever.

NAME: Randy
LOCATION: USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:04:38

COMMENTS

Thanks for all of the great music. You will be missed.

NAME: Norman Reece
LOCATION: United States
Email: reeceinflorida
[at]: yahoo.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:05:10

COMMENTS

Jack bruce will always remain my hero and inspiration for becoming a bass player 45 years ago. I rejoice in the fact that i had the experience of seeing him play on cream's farewell tour at olympia stadium in detroit. I'll never forget him as long as i live. Thank you mr. Bruce.

NAME: dena jagstrom
LOCATION: California
Email: denajagstrom
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:07:23

COMMENTS

Thank you Jack for a lifetime of wonderful music. Play it loud on the other side. Hugs

NAME: dena jagstrom
LOCATION: California
Email: denajagstrom
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:07:30

COMMENTS

Thank you Jack for a lifetime of wonderful music. Play it loud on the other side. Hugs

NAME: Carl Baugher
LOCATION: Oceanside, CA
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:12:51

COMMENTS

Much love to the memory of Jack Bruce. I admired his work for over forty years and am grateful for the recorded legacy he leaves behind. He will be greatly missed by all who appreciate artistry in music.

NAME: Stuart Doyle
LOCATION: Canada
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:13:39

COMMENTS

Thanks Jack for inspiring me to pick up the Bass a very long time ago. I even have a copy of the EB-3 that you made famous. RIP.

NAME: Michael Button
LOCATION: Kelvedon Essex
Email: mickbutton
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:17:40

COMMENTS

I have enjoyed Jack's music since the sixties.Many of his tracks have inspired me in my bad times and were the cream in the good times!R.I.P.Jack

NAME: Rikki
LOCATION: Bangkok
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:22:54

COMMENTS

Jack was a major influence on me when I started playing Bass....Love him,and I will miss him as will many across the world from many generations....God Bless Jack...RIP

NAME: Traci Hooper
LOCATION: Colchester Essex England
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:23:01

COMMENTS

Jack, you were and always will be one of my biggest inspirations. ..your music will always bring joy to so many people and your memory will live on in the hearts of your family, friends and fans and your music will still bring so much joy to so many... RIP Jack Bruce the legend x

NAME: Brian Day
LOCATION: Dallas, Texas USA
Email: briandaymusic
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:24:19

COMMENTS

I was a kid growing up in Austin, Texas when I picked up the single of "Sunshine Of Your Love. SWLABR". I was late coming to the party, the first album I then got was "Goodbye" and Cream was done. But the songs and the emphasis on the instrumental side of music captured me, I begged my parents for a bass, and so began a journey that continues to this day. I followed Jack's career to the end, always inspired by his creativity and tenacity. The Cream reunion was a bonus, I'm glad they were able to find a way to share the stage again. RIP Jack, glad we knew ye.

NAME: Ian Keown
LOCATION: london
Email: iankeown
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:28:33

COMMENTS

A true music great- one of my first heroes! Thanks, Jack

NAME: Carlo Angelo Tosi
LOCATION: Italia
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:37:22

COMMENTS

Although I have not met personally. I consider Jack a friend and my teacher. His music is with me forever.

NAME: Raeann
LOCATION: Delaware, USA
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:38:04

COMMENTS

It was sometime in the 80s, when I was just a teenager, that I got impressed with the music of Jack Bruce. I have been a great fan ever since. He really was a wonder what he could accomplish with his music and his ability to play and perform. While I loved Cream, and he seemed to embrace the whole "Jack Bruce from Cream" bit, he was so much more than that. Few in the music business come close to what he was able to do.

NAME: Craig Thomas
LOCATION: Cardiff, Wales, UK
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:40:46

COMMENTS

A true legend in every sense of the word. I wanted to be a guitarist... until I heard the bass on Disraeli gears. An inspiration and will be sadly missed. R.I.P Jack Bruce

NAME: Marty Erickson
LOCATION: Petaluma, CA
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:44:45

COMMENTS

I saw Jack with Cream at the Fillmore Auditorium in 1967 and again at Winterland the following year when Wheels of Fire was being recorded. I have great memories of two great shows that featured one of my all time favorite rock & roll heroes, Jack Bruce. May you rest in peace.

NAME: Corinne Winwood
LOCATION: White Notley
Email: corinneaw
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:45:18

COMMENTS

I had the pleasure of meeting Jack on a couple of occasions through friends, and felt in awe of this man who had provided us with such wonderful music.... Cream in particular were very much a part of my memories of youth... The last time I met him was at a gig in Cambridge, with the same friends and his wonderful family...and he proved that he was still a musical force to be reckoned with. His legacy lives on the the beautiful music of his daughter. Gone but not forgotten...

NAME: Rick Winow
LOCATION: New Jersey
Email: rwinow1
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:45:22

COMMENTS

A musical inspiration from my early days in music. Sweet yet strong vocals...defining bass lines..RIP Thank You.... Rick Winow

NAME: Ron Beretta
LOCATION: Beloit, Wi
Email: ronberetta
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:46:45

COMMENTS

Jack, you will be greatly missed, and I am sending along my condolences to your family in this message. I have written in your guestbook in the past, and we had recently corresponded through facebook. I am a blues singer and harmonica player, I started playing harmonica in 1969, after I heard you do Traintime on Wheels of Fire. I have followed you from the Graham Bond days, Cream, and your solo career. I always felt a chill when you sang, as it was such a powerful and distinctive voice, perfectly suited for the blues. From interviews I have seen I know you were a kind and gentle person, and not egotistical like many rock stars became. It was all about the music, and I promise you I will do my part in keeping your memory and music alive as long as I have enough breath to sing and play the harp. RIP Jack, from Bluesman Ron

NAME: Craig
LOCATION: California
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:47:59

COMMENTS

Saw Cream's last show at MSG on October 26th, 2005. 11th row center. I was so happy for Jack. It was great.

NAME: Daniel Conforti
LOCATION: Schaumburg IL Usa
Email: dancon401953
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:48:53

COMMENTS

i was truly saddened to hear of Mr. Bruce's passing. I had just purchased his final album and absolutely loved it as with all of his body of work. The best bass player ever. A man who will be always remembered. Followed his web page and enjoyed his posts. he played his heart out and it showed and had a voice that showed show much emotion. God bless you Jack! My condolences to his fellow musicians and of course to his loving family. He had class. Something that is sadly lacking in today's musical spectrum. Long live Jack and his music. Hope someday a full retrospective of all of his music! Thank you.

NAME: Fred Bozzo
LOCATION: New York
Email: attila1948
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:50:34

COMMENTS

Rest in Peace Jack. Your music made me fall in love with rock.

NAME: Geoff Davey
LOCATION: Yeovil Somerset
Email: geoff_davey
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:51:53

COMMENTS

I still remember going to the cinema for farewell Cream. They were the band that made me realise that there was more to music than The Beatles :)

NAME: Ken
LOCATION: United States
Email: awesome1013
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:54:27

COMMENTS

I am so very sad of the passing of the great Jack Bruce.Such a soulful voice and master bass player,Cream were my favorite band,and White Room was my very favorite song of all time,my sincerest sympathies to his family.Rest in peace Mr. Bruce

NAME: Gordon R
LOCATION: Scottish Borders
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:57:44

COMMENTS

A great musician and writer.... Ships in the Night Jack... rest in peace.

NAME: Tony Mccourt
LOCATION: Durham- England
Email: bitesize26
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:58:38

COMMENTS

I remember listening to cream when I was 17 18 years old on my old record player under my bed. Drifting off to sleep after playing one side over and over taking in the music consciously and unconsciously. Jack your bass playing was like nothing I'd heard before and your voice dramatic and emotive. For this I thank you from my heart. I hope you drifted off to sleep peacefully, rest easy Jack and bless you always

NAME: Les Maybury
LOCATION: Leighton Buzzard, United Kingdom
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 10:58:47

COMMENTS

Thank you Jack for many years of great music.

NAME: Burt K Arthur aka NorthernBand
LOCATION: Spanaway, Washington USA
Email: NorthernBandit
[at]: comcast
[dot]: net
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:04:39

COMMENTS

In Memory of Jack Bruce. ...If ever there was a reason for being rejoiceful as a want to be musician it can come in any number of ways but as I was starting out in the early days listening to Cream on the two live albums they released in the late 60's early 70's I knew with out a flicker of a doubt that I held a similar spirit to Jack Bruce at least in the power and image that I perceived of him. That's how I want to play and be creative too...ah but alas Jack is Jack and I am but a lowly want to be. Jack came from a different place and time, the fact that he was a Scot helped to connect me to him because of my Scottish Heritage, he inspired me to be what I have become in music and a soul happy with what I have done and am doing today. I haven't any Jazz influence, never went there musically but I could feel the tension in the music and Jacks mix of Jazz, Blues and then what became Rock took it all to a whole other level. The fact that he played a Gibson EB3 short scale and through Marshall amps gave the impression he was a Lead Bassist...and that was cool because he backed it up with such skill and soul it appeared at times he just might take flight and indeed he did. He flew! There are few images the get burned into your mind as those of inspiring nature...and everyone of them is etched in the depths of our being forever...it is with regret that I never got to see Jack perform live...he had been to Seattle many times and I wish I had had the ability to experience him up close, him playing on stage. A very dear friend, Tom Bukowski was as inspirational to me...like myself Tom also was an admiring fan and Bass guitarist fan of Jack. Tom and I both understood how valuable Jack was to our essence in Rock and Blues. I will not digress any further but to end this saying that only in life can you come to understand the importance of those who are around you...those who touch you soul on so many levels, good bad or indifferent. The most important thing though is understanding that though the living die...their spirit lives on forever and to that I say this Jack Bruce, your life and legend is still alive though you have gone to the better place...and I will continue to share what you shared with me unto eternity...energy and hope, melody and electric Thunder...like the man and soul you were and the Bassist and songwriter we admired...Thank you with no end.

NAME: Michael Harmon
LOCATION: United States
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:06:20

COMMENTS

An unsung hero in music. I hope that Jack Bruce has a great tribute as George Harrison was given because his talents were immense. All love to his family.

NAME: Jack Wood
LOCATION: Midlands, UK.
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:11:33

COMMENTS

Long story short. I have very fond memories of being a 10 year old and screaming along to 'No Surrender'. I finally saw JB with his blues band in 2012 and it blew my mind. Thank you.

NAME: Justin Gizzi
LOCATION: Pittsburgh, PA USA
Email: jcg2922
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:13:40

COMMENTS

Jack is my biggest influence as a bass player. I listened to "Crossroads" from Wheels of Fire for about 2 years before I even noticed what Eric and Ginger were playing, I was so enamored with his bass playing. Also a big influence on my singing. I mourned his passing, but will continue to celebrate him for the rest of my life. My thought are with his family and loved ones.

NAME: Ciro Aletto
LOCATION: Livorno - Italy
Email: ciroaletto
[at]: tuscali
[dot]: it
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:14:37

COMMENTS

R.I.P.

NAME: Andy Helgason
LOCATION: New Orleans, LA
Email: jahbass
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:15:02

COMMENTS

R.I.P.,Jack. I have been playing bass for 47 years. You were my idol and a great source of inspiration to me when I started my bass playing career. Thank you.

NAME: A J Calabrese
LOCATION: South Jersey USA
Email: othernj
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:20:05

COMMENTS

Jack's music and voice for the last 46 years calmed the rough seas of my soul. We were blessed with the talent he shared. Requiem et pace Jack.

NAME: Tommaso Monopoli
LOCATION: Rome, Italy
Email: tommasomonopoli
[at]: libero
[dot]: it
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:29:41

COMMENTS

Just a big thank you for the magical moments gifted to me for more than 40 years, thanks Jack, your voice will live forever.

NAME: Maxwell James
LOCATION: Raleigh, North Carolina
Email: Marotta7
[at]: Yahoo
[dot]: Com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:31:45

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce. You and cream are the reason why i decided to pick up the guitar and dedicate my life to rock n roll music. When i was 13, I was driving home from hockey practice with my parents when i heard the song "white room." It floored me. I'd never heard anything so raw, so psychadelic, so beautiful! That sound changed my life forever. Your passing makes me very sad, but when one door closes, another opens. My band "ivy stone" plan on keeping your great music alive for many years to come. Much love jack, rest easy man.

NAME: Tim Gilman
LOCATION:
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:33:21

COMMENTS

my parents came from different countries, people ask me where are you from ?I say I'm not of a place ,I am of a people like a tribe, you are a chief ,a legend ,your stories will go on for generations your music brought joy and purpose to my life, rock in peace

NAME: Ed Mace
LOCATION: Rhode Island USA
Email: voice.overs
[at]: verizon
[dot]: net
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:33:18

COMMENTS

I had the pleasure of seeing Jack at many live performances including Cream,Jack Bruce and Friends (twice)and West,Bruce and Laing. Such an inspiration to me as a young bass player.He so molded my playing and can still hear him as I play today. Thank you Jack Bruce for your spirit,voice and musicality that will forever be treasured.You are missed.

NAME: Mats Pettersson
LOCATION: Sweden
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:33:24

COMMENTS

Thanks Jack for everything!!!

NAME: Mats Pettersson
LOCATION: Sweden
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:33:19

COMMENTS

Thanks Jack for everything!!!

NAME: Johannes Hauser
LOCATION: Barlinek
Email: jo-hauser
[at]: web.de
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:34:33

COMMENTS

Jack, rip ! You were one of the best of the best, having influenced a lot of people. And it is not only CREAM, I followed your activities even after CREAM. Songs for a tailor was great, like a lot of others. God bless your family and friends. In Memoriam, Johannes Hauser

NAME: Rob
LOCATION: Plymouth UK
Email: trivettrobert63
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:35:01

COMMENTS

My memories of Jack will stay with me forever ...... not many can send a shiver through my soul but Jack often did .... never more than the outtro on Facelift 318 " You gotta mortgage on your desperation, and love just slips away and leaves you the bill..... you know your coming to the final station , beyond the trees ..see..see the hills ..yeah yeah ........ Love you Jack X

NAME: Cathy Merican
LOCATION: Boston, MA, USA
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:41:11

COMMENTS

To me, Jack Bruce was the consummate bass player. A master. Add to that his talents as both a singer and a songwriter, and you have someone very special to the world of music, whose influence will be felt forever. Rest in Peace.

NAME: Guido Van Kemenade
LOCATION: Belgium
Email: guido.van.kemenade
[at]: telenet
[dot]: be
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:48:13

COMMENTS

When Cream was hot, I was very young, but Cream has influenced my preferences in music for the rest of my life. Thanks a lot Jack for your fantastic music. My condolances to Jack's family and friends.

NAME: John Clark
LOCATION: Guelph Ontario Canada
Email: johnclark8110
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:48:43

COMMENTS

Rest in Peace Jack!The best bass player I have ever heard. many of you have not heard "The Doctor" by West Bruce and Laing. Some of the best playing I have ever heard, it s never even on the radio. Then there is the smooth "Crossroads" Go Jack! I have one regret that you and Jeff Beck never did an album together. You are an inspiration to all bass players. Glad the Albert Hall took place. Legendary! My condolences to the wonderful family you have. John Clark

NAME: George Falconer
LOCATION: United Kingdom
Email: falconer.george73
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 11:51:07

COMMENTS

I met Jack at the (then) Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama after he played bass and sang, as did his daughter Natascha. Clem and Gary supported. It was so easy to speak to Jack; such stature and pedigree would normally be intimidating. Not at all. Jack was so happy that evening, so proud of his daughter, and his return to Glasgow with such fine musicians.

NAME: Bob DeBerry
LOCATION: Newburgh, NY
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:02:00

COMMENTS

Never met Jack but wish I had so I could have told him that his music has brought great pleasure for so many years....I was so glad to have been able seen many of his live shows & will always remember them.

NAME: vincent mahoney
LOCATION: United States
Email: vince.mahoney
[at]: sbcglobal.net
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:07:19

COMMENTS

i had the good luck to see and hear jack (with Cream)in 1967 here in st louis , mo. usa . . . . he was beyond words "good" . . . . let me put it this way . . . most of the crowd left in tears the concert was that great ! thank you jack bruce for having taken up music . . . it made the world a better place !

NAME: J S Brousseau
LOCATION: Sherman Oaks, CA
Email: jsbrousseau
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:09:10

COMMENTS

I saw Jack Bruce and Friends at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. It was one of the best rock concerts I've ever seen!

NAME: Frank Giambrone
LOCATION:
Email: fgiambrone1
[at]: Verizon.net
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:16:27

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was my favorite,his music inspired me and healed my pain many times through my Life.He was so much more then Cream,I saw him many times in my life I will never forget the shows and his music lives on FOREVER..Thank You Jack you were truly the Best ...

NAME: Ton Reek
LOCATION: Belgium
Email: ton.reek
[at]: telenet
[dot]: be
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:16:42

COMMENTS

Enjoyed the sixties sooo much and on top for me were The Cream with Jack Bruce who's voice i found the best that was around. I played guitar then and still i do and songs from Cream I play regularly since then. Very sorry that You are not around any more. Rest in Peace Jack Bruce you will live on.

NAME: Jan Palsson
LOCATION: Halmstad, Sweden
Email: janipalsson
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:17:15

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was one of the finest musicians of our time, and also composer of some of my most loved songs. It is so sad to know that I will never have the thrilling feeling of receiving a new album by him, but on the other hand I am so grateful for the ones I have and over the years they have meant so much, on happy says as well as on days of sorrow. His music lives on forever to cheer us fans but would like to express my deepest condolences to his family.

NAME: Diego Zanti
LOCATION: Novara-Italy
Email: zantidb
[at]: libero
[dot]: it
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:19:53

COMMENTS

Your music has been the soundtrack of my life...

NAME: Alan Austin
LOCATION: Cardiff
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:24:25

COMMENTS

We have lost a true musical pioneer and inspiration. Thank you.

NAME: Rodney Burgess
LOCATION: Maud, Tx., USA
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:24:59

COMMENTS

Another fabulous bass picker, and good man, in the All-Star Band of Heaven.

NAME: David Simpson
LOCATION: Newcastle-under-Lyme, UK
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:25:17

COMMENTS

'Legend' is the only word I can use to describe this man! What an inspiration he was to me and so many others, and what a legacy of work he has left behind, RIP

NAME: stephen cogle
LOCATION: new zealand
Email: stephencogle
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:30:30

COMMENTS

SONGS FOR TAILOR,HARMONY ROW AND OUT OF THE STORM.THREE OF THE GREATEST ALBUMS EVER MADE AS WELL AS LEGACY IN MUSIC THAT CAN NEVER BE OVERESTIMATED

NAME: tom rhodes
LOCATION: Penna. USA
Email: tr4822
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:33:24

COMMENTS

Cream was absolutely my biggest influence as a teenager wanting to be a musician. Been playing now well over 45 years. Cream's music and Jack's chops on bass transcend all generations of music lovers and musicians. And they will continue to for future generations.

NAME: Joachim
LOCATION: Stuttgart
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:44:40

COMMENTS

As I listened first in 1969 at the age of 11 years "White Room" and later on "Spoonful" from "Wheels" with Jack's wonderful driving bass playing I decided to change from learning guitar playing to cello and later on to bass. Sorry, Jack, that I more tortured the instruments than playing them but I'm and shall rest grateful to you for your inspiration and opening horizons for me.

NAME: John Clemente
LOCATION: Florida
Email:
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[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:45:36

COMMENTS

Like an actor playing a part, I have had to play the role of Jack Bruce countless times over the years in my journey as a Bassist. From covering Cream songs in bar bands, to thousands of jams, it meant learning to think like Jack, feel the music like him, and develop the same kind of adventurous instinct that he had on Electric Bass. There was no other way to do justice to the songs of Cream. If you were performing them, you had to get it right. It was the 20 minute live version of "Spoonful" on the Wheels Of Fire album that served as a primer for me when I first started playing. Trying to cut both Eric's and Jack's parts unlocked the secrets of the neck on both guitar and bass. It was the first time I started to understand Pentatonic melody patterns, how to play against polyrhythms coming from the drummer, how to weave bass lines around guitar solos.... Jack Bruce basically taught me how to jam. I wish I could have met him, so I could have told him this, but I'm glad that I at least got to see him twice, with Ringo Star at Westbury. The second time, I was front row, directly in front of him, and so close, that I could have reached up and turned up the volume on his bass... I was so psyched to be sitting two feet in front of the man who was the voice and the bass of Cream, and the author of so many great songs...and who lived in my imagination and on my albums for so many years, that I almost forgot that The Beatles' drummer was standing next to him ! My grin was from ear to ear, and it was a show I will never forget... I'll miss Jack Bruce alot...but he'll always be close through his music, which lives on.... RIP and God Speed, Jack...and Thank You for a lifetime of inspiration...

NAME: Jimmy Clayton
LOCATION: norfolk
Email: hijimmy13
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:46:03

COMMENTS

jack and I almost shared birthdays (may 13th and 14th) and Jack came to visit my friend, his son Joe, at The Adelphi Theatre where we both worked , on my birthday. He was going off to appear on TV and asked what my favourite song of his was. I told him it is "Theme For An Imaginary Western" and he played it for me that night . Really great.

NAME: Francisco
LOCATION: Sevilla,Spain
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:47:23

COMMENTS

deascanse en paz

NAME: Francisco
LOCATION: SevillaSpain
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:48:30

COMMENTS

descansa en paz

NAME: Chris
LOCATION: Northumberland
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:50:37

COMMENTS

Farewell Jack; loved your music since first hearing "songs for a tailor", you were the best.

NAME: Peter Asberg
LOCATION: Plymouth UK
Email: peter
[at]: cleverbooks.net
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:55:38

COMMENTS

Thanks for many nice moments!

NAME: Walter Brunton
LOCATION: Glasgow.
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:57:16

COMMENTS

A musician of truly classical hue Conjuring chords resonant and true Wistfully,blissfully,melodiously articulate His artistry merits no closing date. RIP, Jack.

NAME: Gary Bolin
LOCATION: Massachusetts USA
Email: basscase22verizon.net
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 12:58:46

COMMENTS

I am 59 years old. I started playing Bass Guitar in 1967 because of Jack Bruce. He has inspired me over the years. He will be missed but I know that I will continue to enjoy his music for the rest of my life.

NAME: Craig Law
LOCATION: Smethwick
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 13:00:21

COMMENTS

R.I.P Jack, always an inspiration to me.

NAME: Franco Zuccaroli
LOCATION: Newcastle Upon tyne
Email: franco.zuccaroli
[at]: sky
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 13:02:50

COMMENTS

I had the honour to spend a week with Jack while we were playing with Uli Jon Roth on Symphonic Rock for Europe at the International Guitar Festival back in 1993. He was so much fun to be around and gave me so many words of his musical wisdom and encouragement. A real inspiration still to this day. I was so saddened to hear of your passing Jack, but you'll never be forgotten and I still have my pride and joy - a poster from the Forum in Liege with my name next to yours, the great Jack Bruce.

NAME: Charles Willyard
LOCATION: Cave Junction, Oregon, USA
Email: cmwillyard
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 13:06:59

COMMENTS

Jack's soaring voice, his unique piano style, churning cello, and beautiful bold bass lines, along with Pete Brown's sublime lyrics, have been an inspiration for me, my whole adult life. I loved his solo work much more than Cream. His music will remain a great spiritual treasure in my heart, for the rest of my days. I wish I could have met him, to thank him personally. Rest well, JB.

NAME: tony hodge - animal
LOCATION: blyth Northumberland
Email: tony
[at]: hodgy.net
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 13:07:28

COMMENTS

Without Jack I could never have been the musician I became. My life and the life of many others would have been so much poorer. Thank you Jack. RIP

NAME: Jim Bielecki
LOCATION: Northern Michigan
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 13:09:07

COMMENTS

A tremendously talented musician. I first saw Jack at the Grande Ballroom in Detroit in June, 1968, when he was with Cream. I also shook Jack's hand once, after he played a concert at Michigan State University in 1972, when he was with West, Bruce and Laing. He will be missed.

NAME: Theo Fevrier
LOCATION: France
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 13:12:18

COMMENTS

You will always be remembered, for your music, for the man you used to be... Now you are on a rope ladder to heaven, rest in peace Jack. signed: some teenagers who have been influenced by a genius and who will allways be thankfull for this legacy. Love, peace and happiness

NAME: michael
LOCATION: gloucester
Email: drucewilliam
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 13:16:29

COMMENTS

Jack Singing and playing at the 2005 Royal Albert Hall was simply a fantastic performance. Thanks for the memory. Mike

NAME: Dennis OBrien
LOCATION: Churchville,NY
Email: dobrien30
[at]: rochester
[dot]: rr.com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 13:17:46

COMMENTS

RIP Jack! The biggest influence in the 60s!

NAME: Teresa Mira
LOCATION: Bs. As., Argentina
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 13:22:30

COMMENTS

I am a writer and philosopher from Argentina. Mr. Bruce has been a constant companion as I write, and constant source of inspiration and reflection. His spirit, subtle and bright, speaks in his art with a beauty and strength capable of liberating other imaginations and other dreams. That's "give life". Thanks for giving life to a lot of what I've thought, dreamed and written.

NAME: Luke Pope
LOCATION: Channahon, Illinois
Email: Pope.luke.t
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 13:43:53

COMMENTS

Very sad that jJack bruce has died. He has influenced me so much with how I play bass. My heart dropped when I heard the news. Very very sad to see a legend go.

NAME: Brian Duncan
LOCATION: Blairgowrie
Email: brianduncan8
[at]: btinternet
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 13:44:33

COMMENTS

Sheer genius. Whatever God there be take care of this good person.

NAME: Andy Rethmeier Drummer
LOCATION: Salzburg, Austria
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 13:49:41

COMMENTS

I was mayby 10 yrs. old at the end of the 70ies, rehearsing on my drums every day in Sa lzburg, Austria, and was a fan of the Beatles.One Day, the father of a friend invltes me to Creams Live Album, and it changed everything in understanding Rock Music because, that a Song isnt limited to a strict arrangement. I didnt understood the long freeform parts of the solos, but later! For thus lessons i wanna thank Mr.Jack Bruce! May he rock in peace!

NAME: Andie Nelson
LOCATION: Leeds
Email: andiejnelson
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: co.uk
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 13:52:55

COMMENTS

We all know Jack was a fantastic singer, songwriter & musician, I had the good fortune to see him perform at Leeds Irish Centre, with Blues Saraceno & Gary Husband, amazing performance. strange crowd stayed mostly sat at tables. I had my 35mm camera with me (remember them, with a film, and just 36 shots a go!) & took a few shots front stage, still have them. Jack seemed to take delight in running to the over end of the stage as I lined a shot up - he had a grin on his face that wouldn't have been out of place on a wee Leprechuan, wonderful memory.

NAME: Robert Bruce
LOCATION: Kamloops BC
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 13:52:53

COMMENTS

Sleep well, we will miss you and your gifts.

NAME: Jim
LOCATION: Tollhouse California
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 13:55:57

COMMENTS

Grew up with Cream up here in the Sierras. Jack was inspirational then and is now!

NAME: David Lees
LOCATION: Sheepy Parva
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:00:23

COMMENTS

The legend is resting, but his music continues on.

NAME: Steve Gregoropoulos
LOCATION: Los Angeles
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:00:27

COMMENTS

Thanks to Jack for making the world a better place - for constantly making music as high art in all genres and making it a joyful noise as well - you showed us all that a good artist can have a happy life and be productive right until the very end - Hidden Cities is as good as anything - I will never stop learning from your work.

NAME: John Browning
LOCATION: Flemington NJ US
Email: johnfbrowning
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:02:50

COMMENTS

Jack has been a constant companion from 1968 when I discovered Disraeli Gears. From then on, his songs and playing have been with me from Wheels of Fire, the Farewell Tour and on. I really admired "More Jack than God" and other recent releases. I'm not sure what is more amazing and essential to me - his singing or his playing. He is really the only rocker who could have written and performed "As You Said". I have been feeling his loss very acutely. Alas, goodbye Jack.

NAME: Fernando
LOCATION: Chile
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:08:57

COMMENTS

Thank you for sharing your music with the world

NAME: Johan
LOCATION: Sweden
Email: jonteufo
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:10:34

COMMENTS

It is just during the last year that I started listening to your songs, the incredible texts and fantastic music have touched me deeply and will be with me during my future. A bright star has fainted but with your passion for music thousand of new ones have been lit, thanks for your contribution to the world and rest in peace.

NAME: henk kruidenier
LOCATION: The Netherlands
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:12:27

COMMENTS

Thx for the great music ~^^;;^^~ we love you ~#~

NAME: Grace
LOCATION: North Carolina, USA
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:14:21

COMMENTS

I am sixteen and Jack Bruce has been my favorite musician since I listened to Cream last june. His music has helped me to define out my own musical identity as well as my personal identity. Thank you Jack, your legacy will never be forgotten.

NAME: Pat Baker
LOCATION: Batavia(Cincinnati). OHIO
Email: PICLL
[at]: FUSE
[dot]: NET
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:19:01

COMMENTS

I discovered CREAM when I was nine or 10 years old. I finally saw the farewell concert movie in a theater about 10 years later in 1978. I consider CREAM to be one of my favorite rock bands of all time. I listen to their music quite frequently. Jack Bruce was a virtuoso and great "rock" voice.

NAME: Shunichi Ishida
LOCATION: Tokyo, JAPAN
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:24:06

COMMENTS

Thank you for your music. Always I'm attracted by your playing bass, your singing and your compose.

NAME: Alexandre Correa
LOCATION: Toronto- Canada
Email: alexccorrea
[at]: rogers
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:37:05

COMMENTS

To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. - Thomas Campbell Thank you very much Jack; your music and your talent helped to coloring and brighten our lives a little more. Your music and your history will be forever in our hearts.

NAME: Chris Mondy
LOCATION: St. Jacob, IL, USA
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:43:04

COMMENTS

I never got to see you live, but I heard you. As a guitar player I studied Cream quite a bit and that is how I discovered your music. You are much more than Cream and much more than just a bassist or a singer it a songwriter. You are a musician, and I would like to thank you for the music and for the inspiration.

NAME: ged waldron
LOCATION: uk
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:44:11

COMMENTS

Jack was a huge inspiration to me, listening to his playing gave me the drive to start playing bass when I was sixteen .I loved his playing when he was with Cream and also his solo albums ,especially "song's for a taylor" He will be missed greatly by all who listened to his music.

NAME: Mike Sober
LOCATION: Roseville, California
Email: soberment
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:44:53

COMMENTS

When Cream first hit my ears in the mid sixties my musical life was forever altered. My friends were all giddy over Clapton's guitar playing but it was always Jack's group to me. That voice, song writing and Bass playing won me over immediately. Jack's solo career output also weighed heavy upon me. Songs for a Taylor and Harmony Row are particular favorites that never seem to get old and remain timeless. Thanks for that Jack... I don't have many hero's ... but you are certainly one of mine.

NAME: Doug MacKinnon
LOCATION: St Agnes,Cornwall
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:45:48

COMMENTS

Jack`s work inspired me to take up the bass guitar,and play it upfront in every band I`ve been in.It`s my profession today. Thank you for the music Jack...

NAME: Pete Willsher
LOCATION: Cambridge
Email: pete.willsher
[at]: outlook
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:51:34

COMMENTS

His incredibly athlete bassplaying & overdriven sound thru his 'smokin' Marshall stacks was such an amazing inspiration back in the late 60's, together with those cleverly woven Bach inspired bass lines.....just blew me away.The voice was an absolute gem....creating vivid dreamscapes, at every turn. My sincere condolences to the family.Rest in peace Jack...your music will live on forever.

NAME: Dave Wheatley
LOCATION: Maidenhead,UK
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:52:57

COMMENTS

Elvis,Hendrix,Lennon,Bruce. All great but I know which one never pissed me off, and opened my ears to all kinds of genres.I wouldn't know Chet Baker without Jack pursuading me to take my fingers out my ears.Deepest sympathy to the family but they know hes never going to leave us. love and respect Dave

NAME: Norman Byrne
LOCATION: Dublin Ireland
Email: norman198887
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:55:16

COMMENTS

Jack will be missed by all in the music business. And those who became bass players. Jack was more then a legend!!! He was born for it. And for what he brought to music. Thank you Jack. RIP

NAME: Sam Hasan
LOCATION: Lewes, East-Sussex
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:55:36

COMMENTS

Thanks for the music Jack. Rest in peace

NAME: Michael Horr
LOCATION: Ispringen Germany
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:56:56

COMMENTS

Thank you for your music and a lot of inspiration. Jack's riffs See the reason that I am still playing bass

NAME: Chuck
LOCATION: Long Island, NY
Email: chuck.comito
[at]: me
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:58:00

COMMENTS

What a terrible loss. I was fortunate enough to see Jack Bruce perform with Cream. What a master. We are blessed to lived through a music renaissance.

NAME: Linda Leavy
LOCATION: New York
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:59:14

COMMENTS

Jack thank you for all the years of amazing music. It was an honor to see you perform. Rest in peace. You will be missed.

NAME: Glenn McCready
LOCATION: New York
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 14:59:50

COMMENTS

just some tribute and respect from one Scots (amer) bass player to another. He was the reason for my EB and VI basses, which I still play. Fare thee well laddie

NAME: Ryan Mannie
LOCATION: South Wales
Email: Ryback42
[at]: outlook
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 15:01:13

COMMENTS

I remember the first time I heard your voice Jack and the tone just blew me away. You were before my time in cream but discovering the band in my early teens the charts just didn't seem significant anymore. Your music inspired me and millions and you will always be remembered for your singing and amazing bass playing. Thank you for sharing your talents Bruce you changed the face of music forever RIP.

NAME: R G Nieri
LOCATION: Idaho, USA
Email: ogburt
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 15:04:26

COMMENTS

I am deeply sorry to hear of Jack's death. He was a truly creative musician and, as such, a great positive in my life. Listening to his recordings will be an even more poignant experience from now on.

NAME: john johnston
LOCATION: staten island new york
Email: johnnybass66
[at]: gmail.
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 15:05:16

COMMENTS

jack was my influence to play bass sing and write various types of songs when jack died it was like a part of me left me may god rest his soul!!!!

NAME: Stephen Chavaree
LOCATION: Sacramento , CA . USA
Email: s.chavaree
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 15:08:02

COMMENTS

So sorry to hear of Jack passing . I always enjoyed his musicianship very much . God bless

NAME: Peter Keats
LOCATION: Herts
Email: peterejkeats
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 15:13:42

COMMENTS

Jack, I heard you had a new album, Silver Rails. It's been a long time since I heard you in Cream, and what I got up to in the intervening 40+ years meant that I missed most of what you did (my bad!). I love Silver Rails! Such class! Listening to it means that I can pick out the very formidable bass line (nicely done!). I then treated myself to 3 more of your albums. Many thanks for all the great music. PK

NAME: Stephen A Leone
LOCATION: Norwood MA , USA
Email: steveleone
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 15:15:39

COMMENTS

Such a big influence in my life , starting in my early teens and forward.....so much great music,you will be sorely missed.

NAME: shelley Gail weiss lightman
LOCATION: east windsor,nj
Email: shelley.lightman
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 15:19:46

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was an amazing composer, singer writer, performer. he will be sorely missed .he has left an amazing mark on the world of music. Thanks so much Jack Bruce for everything you gave us.May you family, friends fans and anyone who knew you and loved you be wrapped in exquisite and profound comfort.

NAME: CHARLIE BARATTA
LOCATION: SIMI VALLEY CA
Email: charliedrums
[at]: roadrunner
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 15:24:04

COMMENTS

Went to a near by park Sunday, the next day , to be alone with my thoughts of jack . Played AS YOU SAID over and over in my head , and just broke down and cried. Always loved , and will always love jack, the Hendrix of the bass! . the greatest era of music officially ended with his passing. the mount Rushmore of rock is Lennon, Hendrix, Winwood and Jack. I am so sad!!!

NAME: john hutchinson
LOCATION: fort erie ontario canada
Email: beegdickrash
[at]: hotmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 15:27:42

COMMENTS

Jack , I stole many licks and cool grooves from you. It made me a better bass player and a debt to you that will never be repaid . Thanks for all the great music you left us .I hope some of the younger guys learning the bass will listen and learn like I did . I'm going to miss you man .

NAME: steve lambert
LOCATION: Hamilton Ont, Canada
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 15:28:22

COMMENTS

Jack may you rest in blissful peace, a peace filled with music, creativity and the great memories of your amazing career and of course your loving family..the music world here will not forget you. rock on Mr. B

NAME: Tom Kruse
LOCATION: St.Louis, Mo USA
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 15:34:34

COMMENTS

Jack inspired me when I first started playing bass.I went to a Cream concert in 1967, his style, energy and stage presence left me speechless. I bought a '67 EB3L to try and get a sounds like his. I played it for 42 yrs and never could make it sound as good as his. Thank you Jack for all the music you have shared with us over the years.

NAME: Rod Underhill
LOCATION: Julian California
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 15:41:40

COMMENTS

Such a loss. Jack: you were the best at what you did! From Cream to Silver Rails, you were always a master. We were very proud to play the entirety of Silver Rails on Julian Radio when it was first released. And, Julian Radio will always feature tons of your solo work. We always have and we always will. (Available to stream for free on Live375.com) Just put "Silver Rails" into the search engine on Live3565 to find the site.

NAME: Bill Caten
LOCATION: Cottonwood,Ca.
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 15:52:15

COMMENTS

Jack: You were the best Bass player I've ever heard!! You,Eric and Ginger will be with me forever!!

NAME: Lou Muradas
LOCATION: New Jersey, USA
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 16:08:19

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce broke new ground in both the sound and role of the bass guitar in rock music. And his voice was as unique and pleasant as his bass playing. A good friend of mine (also named Jack) who has also since passed away, met him after a show in Atlantic City, NJ. Both my friend I are guitarists, who admired Jack greatly. My friend reported back to me That Mr. Bruce was a humble gentleman, who engaged him in polite conversation. Jack's music influenced me greatly, and as a musician, his imprint on me is indelible. God grant Jack Bruce peace and rest. I'm very sorry for your loss. In many ways the loss is shared by millions.

NAME: Artie Webb
LOCATION: Lindenhurst, New York
Email: Awbassist
[at]: Verizon
[dot]: Net
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 16:17:57

COMMENTS

R .I .P Jack. You are the reason why I became a bass player. Your inspiration will live with me forever. Thank you for all the great music you gave us. I will miss you.

NAME: John Chamless
LOCATION: Pinellas Park, Florida, U.S.A.
Email: jp.chamless
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 16:18:35

COMMENTS

So, so much can be said. Your music brought joy, comfort, condolence -- everything music provides for the human spirit. But it also forced us to listen and think, even challenged us. It was never "background music." You also profoundly influenced our taste and understanding of music, even to those of us who aren't musicians. May you always live on, through both your recorded music and your compositions.

NAME: pLee
LOCATION: Westchester, NY
Email: peterlr
[at]: verizon
[dot]: net
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 16:18:47

COMMENTS

He will see us again. We will hear him again.

NAME: Dave ONeill
LOCATION: Prestatyn
Email: daveoneill57
[at]: googlemail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 16:24:57

COMMENTS

I'm only just discovering Jack's work but already he is one of the best bass players I have ever heard. Sad that you've gone but what a legacy you have left in your work.

NAME: Shirley Wishart
LOCATION: Dundee
Email: shirleywishart
[at]: googlemail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 16:28:20

COMMENTS

Glorious Jack. An influence on me from such a young age and so proud to have met him later on and had the chance to be around such genius. Simply the best. Sleep well Jack x

NAME: Evgeny Sanchillo
LOCATION: Russia, Moscow
Email: evgeny
[at]: sanchillo
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 16:30:20

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce gave me what I wanted to do in music. He gave me the freedom to play the music - the highest of arts. Many thanks to you, Jack

NAME: Rob Waldron
LOCATION: Wirral
Email: rob27_55
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 16:45:15

COMMENTS

I started listening to you when I was 13... And I'm still listening to you at the age of 60...says it all really! I'm privilidged to have watched you live and your music enriched the lives of so many people ..... And a great inspiration. Rock on Jack !

NAME: John Mirabelli
LOCATION: Connecticut, USA
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 16:48:53

COMMENTS

You changed my musical life and parts of my more tangible life. Thank you for all of your contributions. Peace forever. John

NAME: Jonas Rafnar Ingason
LOCATION: Iceland
Email: jringason
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 16:55:42

COMMENTS

R.I.P Jack Bruce. Thanks for your great contribution to music. May your spirit and legacy live on forever.

NAME: rosemarie pastore
LOCATION: virginia beach virginia
Email: r_pastore_2000
[at]: yaho.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 17:10:45

COMMENTS

you have inspired me and my nephew many years ago. i still have that old EB3 bass. i will never get rid of it for it is a classic bass that jack played on this will be my memory forever.

NAME: rosemarie pastore
LOCATION: virginia beach virginia
Email: r_pastore_2000
[at]: yahoo.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 17:13:16

COMMENTS

also need to mention that i saw jack with his 18 year old son playing guitar back in the 80's they were awesome

NAME: Agustin
LOCATION: Argentina
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 17:16:07

COMMENTS

Thank you so much Jack. A true inspiration for us bass players. RIP,lots of love from Argentina

NAME: John Lewis
LOCATION: Rochdale
Email: Johnlewis800
[at]: Hotmail.co.uk
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 17:32:07

COMMENTS

R I P Jack your music will live forever thanks for giving us the music of our lives

NAME: Benedek
LOCATION: Hungary
Email: benko.benedek
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 17:47:38

COMMENTS

He and her music was my youth! Thank you Jack! R.I.P. Benedek

NAME: Benedek
LOCATION: Hungary
Email: benko.benedek
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 17:48:45

COMMENTS

He and her music was my youth! Thank you Jack! R.I.P. Benedek

NAME: Jacques V
LOCATION: Marseille
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 17:58:51

COMMENTS

Great bassist ... Great singer ... Great composer ... Great lost ...

NAME: Mark Ryan
LOCATION: Cleveland, Ohio, U S A
Email: ludwigdrummertoo
[at]: netzero.net
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 18:01:31

COMMENTS

I met Jack Bruce when he walked into the music store where I worked around 1989. A quite amiable gentleman, he played the opening chords to "As You Said" and bought the guitar. When I told him I had met Ginger Baker at a drummers workshop a year earlier he said "Oh, you've met my big brother." His playing and especially his singing remains an inspiration.

NAME: Alistair Mackenzie -Harman
LOCATION: Fife, Scotland
Email: woosie07
[at]: live.co.uk
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 18:05:30

COMMENTS

Heaven is rockin right now, I will look to see you in concert when I get there.

NAME: Aethan Hart
LOCATION: St. Paul, MN
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 18:13:52

COMMENTS

I first heard "Disraleli Gears" on a KLH stereo sitting on a metal table in a large empty room of the Duluth, Minnesota's "No Hassle Castle." I was 14 years old and knew the sound on that record was something to which I must pay attention. The bass control on the stereo was set to maximum and I was fascinated by what the bass player was doing. When I learned it was a three piece group, WOW. Jack Bruce turned the bass into a lead instrument and I still remember the power of his art in my teenage brain.

NAME: Jon Paris
LOCATION: Nerw York City
Email:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 18:23:47

COMMENTS

In the late 60s I was playing bass and harmonica and singing lead in a Midwest Blues-Rock power trio known as OX. We were heavily influenced by Cream, in fact I started playing harmonica on a rack and bass at the same time because my friend Milwaukee Jeff told me that that's what Jack Bruce did. When I met Jack years later and told him that, he told me that he'd only done it for a short time because Cream was so loud they could never hear the harmonica! In the late-70s through the 80s I was fortunate to tour and record with Blues Legend Johnny Winter. In 1986 Johnny headlined a tour of Germany and The Jack Bruce Band was Special Guest, so I got to know Jack. When that tour ended, I stayed over in Frankfurt for the Musik Messe, and I ran into Jack there. He was demonstrating basses at the Warwick booth and he invited me to come and jam with him. I had just signed with Hohner, so I ran over to their booth, grabbed a couple extra harmonicas, and rushed back over to Warwick where Jack and I became a "Power Duo"; he played bass and sang, and I played harmonica and sang! Later that day I saw Leslie West, and I mentioned that I'd seen Jack ... he didn't know Jack was there. The next day I caught them jamming together at the DiMarzio booth! A bunch of us got up to jam that evening at a Musik Messe party at a local club. I wound up playing guitar and singing with Jack on bass, Seymour Duncan on guitar, and a very competent German drummer(?). After we played some Blues, I asked Jack if we could do "I Feel Free." He said, "I don't know, Jon, that's a tricky one." I said, "I was practicing it last night in my hotel room!" ... and off we went, I got to sing with Jack Bruce, and Seymour nailed Clapton's solo! Fast forward to 1989, Jack had just released the classic album "A Question of Time." So when he played the Bottom Line in New York, I had to go down to say "Hello" and tell him how much I dug the new record. I asked him if he was performing the Willie Dixon tune "Blues You Can't Lose," and if he played harmonica on it live. He told me he'd usually start the song with the harmonica, then he'd put it down and pick up the bass. In the middle of his set that night he called out "Is there a Jon Paris in the audience?!" I got up with him for "Blues You Can't Lose" complete with a "dueling harps" intro. I found out later that the gig was being filmed for major release in Japan, and it struck me that so many other musicians might have said "Hey, we'd love to have you sit in tonight, but we're filming." But Jack got me right up! About two weeks later I was visiting my family in Milwaukee, I opened the local paper and I saw TONIGHT! THE JACK BRUCE BAND! When I told my mother I planned to go, she said, "Jack Bruce, isn't he one of your idols? I just baked some cookies, why don't you take some for the band?" When Jack saw me at the club, he brought me up for "Blues You Can't Lose" again! After the gig I went out to the bus to thank him, and to give him a program that I had saved from Cream's 1968 appearance at Milwaukee's Scene Club, and to deliver my mom's cookies. When I offered him the program, he shot back, "I'm not into memorabilia." So I quickly handed him the box of cookies and told him "Well, my mom baked cookies for you guys." Jack lit up, "Oh, well, thanks, we're into cookies!" The last time I saw Jack was at B. B. King's in New York City. He was gigging with Godfrey Townsend, Steve Murphy, and Bernie Worrell. A great line-up, and he invited me up to play harmonica on their encore, "Spoonful!" R.I.P. JACK BRUCE, many thanks for your music, your inspiration, and your hospitality ... we will surely miss you... www.jonparis.com

NAME: Mike Sampier
LOCATION: Galway Ireland
Email: mike.sampier
[at]: hp.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 18:38:35

COMMENTS

The moment I heard "Sunshine Of Your Love" on the radio back in '67 I knew that I would never enjoy a song better than this masterpiece! And so began my love of Jack Bruce's music. I had the great fortune of witnessing Jack perform nine times with each concert in a different musical combo, including the breath taking May 2nd 2005 Cream show at the RAH. Us fans are so fortunate that Jack left us with so many beautiful songs and memorable albums, including his grand finale - Silver Rails. R.I.P. Jack . . . your dearly missed!

NAME: Bob Pikelis
LOCATION: Canonsburg, PA
Email: dinsdale50
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 18:53:42

COMMENTS

I started playing base guitar around 1969 and one of my biggest influences was Jack. Not only did I model my playing after him but I also sang in the bands. He will definitely be missed by all of us who grew up hearing those base lines and the bluesy vocals

NAME: RGB
LOCATION: Yachats, Oregon USA
Email: rgb
[at]: rgbband
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 18:55:18

COMMENTS

My condolences to the Bruce Family. From Cream to West Bruce & Laing, to Jacks solo stuff and his work with Robin Trower, just to name a few; is this amazing voice that defines the greatest of all the singers, let alone his bass technique. This is the best of the best. Jack may have moved on to a higher plane, but he left behind a precious gift for all of us to enjoy and to remember him by. He will live on in the hearts of music listeners for many generations to come! RIP Jack Bruce! Thanks for all the great tunes! God Bless!

NAME: Ian Press
LOCATION: Nsw Australia
Email: ian
[at]: taylahmadewindows.com.au
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 19:00:34

COMMENTS

Mr Jack Bruce thank you for the wonderful memories and the pleasure you have provided to my life for fifty plus years. I never had the experience to meet you. I feel like I have known you all this time. You will always be known as a legend to me.

NAME: lisa torem
LOCATION: chicago
Email: lisatorem
[at]: gmai
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 19:14:52

COMMENTS

I had the pleasure of interviewing Jack for Pennyblackmusic magazine when Silver Rails was released. I had always been a huge fan of his music, but had never spoken to him by phone or in person. He spent the majority of our time talking about the appreciation he felt for his family and colleagues. Jack was a talented and, clearly, very generous person. He treasured his friends and family and used his celebrity to mentor and create positive changes in the world. His music was incredible and loved by people of all ages. Teaching and reaching out was important to him--his videos were heartfelt and full of fascinating techniques. Although this is a sad time for all of us, I know we will keep Jack's spirit alive by listening to his wonderful music and celebrating his enthusiasm for life. He was truly one of a million. Our lives were enhanced by his kindness. Peace and love to his friends and family. Lisa

NAME: Seth Meyer
LOCATION: California
Email: Strikeking14
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 19:19:25

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce helped me decide to be a musician. Although I play guitar, I listened to cream at a young age and it gave me the drive to play their songs and play music in general. He was absolutely brilliant with his bass solos and his voice matched the music perfectly. Jack Bruce meant a lot to me as a musical influence and he will be missed.

NAME: John McGloin
LOCATION: London
Email: jm003d2441
[at]: blueyonder.co.uk
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 19:24:20

COMMENTS

Jack was such a big part of my musical life, from the days of Cream to his recent performances at Ronnie Scott's. A fabulous bassist and musician. He will be missed. Rest in Peace Jack.

NAME: Brian mcclung
LOCATION: Canada
Email: B.mcclung
[at]: Bell
[dot]: Net
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 19:39:18

COMMENTS

A joy to listen to

NAME: Daren Weippert
LOCATION: Melbourne, Australia
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 19:55:05

COMMENTS

Thank you for the music, you are one of the main reasons I picked up bass guitar 30 years ago. You have always been an inspiration and your music will live on as well as that spark that it ignited in my musical heart. Thank you, rest in peace.

NAME: Steve Marshall
LOCATION: Cumbria, UK
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 19:58:26

COMMENTS

Jack was a great inspiration with different influences in his music. Much of the music I like bridges the gap between different styles - jazz, rock, blues, classical, Latin etc. Jack could handle keeping things simple and playing what was appropriate whilst having the technical ability to introduce different articulations and variation where necessary and improvise. A great musician and composer who will be sadly missed. So long Jack!

NAME: Chris Paulsen
LOCATION: Denmark
Email: chris-paulsen
[at]: get net.dk
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 19:59:58

COMMENTS

1967. Cream in Copenhagen, Denmark. Probably the most influencial experiance of my life. Became a bassplayer-(EB3 even). To this day, I am still inspired, when playing. Thank You Jack.

NAME: Chris McMahon
LOCATION: Picton, New Zealand
Email: cjmcmahon
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 20:01:32

COMMENTS

R.I.P. Jack. Your music has been part of my life. Thank you to the Bruce family.

NAME: Craig DuBuc
LOCATION: Las Vegas
Email: craigdubuc_4
[at]: cox.
[dot]: net
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 20:06:28

COMMENTS

RIP.

NAME: Lamar Savage
LOCATION: United States
Email: lamarandpatty
[at]: charter
[dot]: net
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 20:07:13

COMMENTS

One day in 1967 (at 13 years of age) a kid I knew told me I HAD to come over! The urgency was clear even then - - and the minute I arrived he fired up his record player and I heard the thunderous sound of Cream (Fresh Cream to be exact) for the first time. It is no overstatement to say that it was a completely galvanizing moment in every way as it instantly and permanently altered and intensified the way that I heard, understood and appreciated music. From that point on I had to learn more, listen more, research more! That desire and intensity also transferred itself to the way I approach everything else in life that interests me. A thousand thanks to Jack for being such an integral part of my watershed moment! His independence and fearless creativity still inspire me today. I often think of Jack and Thelonious Monk in the same breath when it comes to that! My deepest condolences go out to Jack's family in the days to come.....

NAME: Kirt Rollins
LOCATION: Phoenix Arizona
Email: kmriii
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 20:11:58

COMMENTS

RIP

NAME: Steen H
LOCATION: Copenhagen
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 20:12:29

COMMENTS

Rest in peace, Jack. You were one of the few truly greats in contemporary music. I love everything you've been doing, all the way from "Songs for a Taylor" to "Silverrails". Also I've had the enormous pleasure of seeing you every time you visited Copenhagen. I shall miss you very much.

NAME: John Byrne
LOCATION: Australia
Email: John
[at]: Mensevolvementnetwork.com
[dot]: Au
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 20:27:48

COMMENTS

What a great. Musician and a beautiful spirit he had passion and talent long live his gift to the world his music

NAME: Rich Guastella
LOCATION: SouthFlorida
Email: Bluereef
[at]: Aol
[dot]: Com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 20:33:37

COMMENTS

The first time I heard "Theme for an Imaginary Western It was Mountain and song gave me chills!!! Jack taught me how to "play" the Bass!! Thanx Jack Rich

NAME: Greg Merritt
LOCATION: United States
Email:
[at]:
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Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 20:47:29

COMMENTS

You knew when you heard Cream that Jack had the gift. His vocals and his bass were something that people wished they could emulate, and somehow no matter how hard they tried, they just never hit the mark. He'll never be equaled. He was the one and only. Only George Harrison and John Lennon made me cry with news of their passing.. but guess what, Jack ...you're on the list now. God Bless.

NAME: Jim Gaines
LOCATION: Indiana, USA
Email: southpaw1958
[at]: twc
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 20:51:57

COMMENTS

Here's to the memory of a great musician. The world will be a colder, quieter place without you in it.

NAME: Mel Russell
LOCATION: Adelaide, South Australia
Email: mel.sec
[at]: bigpond.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 20:55:35

COMMENTS

Cream was my introduction to blues and nobody did it like them. Jack's voice reverberated with people's soul and his bass playing was both unique and technically brilliant. Almost 40 years later (for me) and I still have a lot of those songs running around in my head. His playing got better with age as did his voice. I would have loved to played music with Jack it would have been a blast! Always remembered - he has a permanent spot in my brain!

NAME: Michael Kronk
LOCATION: Union Bridge, Maryland, USA
Email: Wharfratmd
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 21:31:57

COMMENTS

There is a moment in my life that forever changed the way I perceived music. The opening a capella notes to "I Feel Free" are forever ingrained on my musical subconscious. And then when Jack starts crooning I realized I had discovered something very special. From that very early taste, through Cream to my first West. Bruce & Laing show, and right up until I last saw him just a few years ago, there was never a letdown. When it was time to take my young 9 year old son to his first rock concert, Jack was there, playing with Ringo's All-Starr Band. Ian sat and listened for the first time to Jack sing "Theme For An Imaginary Western", and said it was the coolest thing he'd ever heard. Then when the inevitable "White Room" came around, he was up dancing in the aisles. Thanks Jack, for being a part of both of our lives, and for sharing your music, and incredible voice. I regret never being able to hug you in person. Michael and Ian Kronk

NAME: Claude Carrier
LOCATION: Montreal
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 21:33:12

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce your Music simply changed my life. Thank you for everything .

NAME: Swift
LOCATION: Monterey, California USA
Email: Swyfto
[at]: Gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 22:03:40

COMMENTS

Though I never saw Jack in person, his playing launched me as an aspiring bass player... 45+ years later I'm still playing AND teaching bass. "Swlabr", "Badge", "Those Were The Days", & on and on... I remember raking a neighbor's yard's leaves for money to buy the "White Room" 45 in 1968. And I still have it!

NAME: Mike Byrd
LOCATION: Hobe Sound, FL USA
Email: byrdlm
[at]: comcast
[dot]: net
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 22:08:36

COMMENTS

Your music always will mean so much to me. You played from your soul and the world knew your heart. Rest peacefully and always hold down the bottom end of God's music.

NAME: Marcel Le Blanc
LOCATION: Enschede Netherlands
Email: marcel.leblanc
[at]: live
[dot]: nl
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 22:30:58

COMMENTS

Jack has been one of the greatest 20th century musicians. His power was to channel all different musical elements and with that overcome any style. As an innovator, a co-player, a performer his art was of the highest possible order.

NAME: Charles Vergados
LOCATION: Massachusetts,USA
Email: musicvergados
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 22:51:23

COMMENTS

My condolences to Jack's family. It's quite a loss to all his fans.His adventuress spirit lifted his music out of the routine,and was an experience that broadened our musical palette.And,my friend Hugh Flint ,who knew Jack as a brief member of the Bluesbreakers,remarked that he was a nice man too. It only reinforced my feelings about our one time,split second connection after a Cream concert in Lowell,MA. There was a joy that emanated from him that was palpable. I wanted to meet him during the tour he did with Ginger and Blues Saraceno,but was unable to. And by the time Charlie Watts Big Band came to Boston,Jack had moved on.So I cherish the brief moment when we intersected. He was a good and decent man,who inspired many and left a legacy that will never die.Bless you Jack.

NAME: Dwight Peterson
LOCATION: Modesto, CA. USA
Email: dwight95355
[at]: sbcglobal.net
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 22:52:40

COMMENTS

I remember the first time I heard Jack with Cream. I have followed him since and have always loved the passion, dedication, and excitement he brought into this world. I will miss the originality he brought to me through music. Gonna miss you Jack

NAME: Bob V
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 23:10:00

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was definitely an early influence for me. He was why I started playing bass as a teenager in the early 1970's and still play today. Great musician and will be missed.

NAME: Ted Koerick
LOCATION: New york
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 23:14:34

COMMENTS

Because of you ,Mr. Bruce , I had to play the bass .....thank you!

NAME: Oden Hakansson
LOCATION: New Zealand
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 21 Nov 2014
Time: 23:25:18

COMMENTS

Jack was an absolute legend and inspiration to both myself and older brother,many childhood memories of hearing his voice soaring out over the airwaves and also his influential bass playing and compositional skills. Just recently,I discovered the one off BBM album and he sounds brilliant. R.I.P. Jack,you will be missed,

NAME: Steve Nacey
LOCATION: Central California
Email: Steve Nacey 1
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 00:09:53

COMMENTS

Definitely a huge inspiration in my life.A Nother unsung hero of our time that voice,his music will be timeless without a doubt.such a huge influence how he approached the bass at that time.he will be missed very much speaking for myself and I'm sure many others.A musician in every sense of the word and then some and that voice thank you Mr. Jack Bruce much love

NAME: Bruce Wilson
LOCATION: Portland, Oregon, USA
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 00:14:47

COMMENTS

You were the first voice I loved to hear and your bass rang in my ears, and without you hear to sing your songs, will make my own life seem to long Thanks for the music and the memories, Jack

NAME: Tam Barn
LOCATION: Burntisland Fife
Email: thomasbarn
[at]: hotmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 00:16:48

COMMENTS

One of the greatest musicians I ever had the chance to see and meet.A true proper gentleman who took time to sit and chat with us after his gig in the Abbotshall hotel in Kirkcaldy. He even let my elder brother play his bass.Gone, but will live forever through his inspiring music. Tam Barn

NAME: Tony Howard
LOCATION: Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Email: elviejoloco62
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 00:17:44

COMMENTS

Thank you Jack.

NAME: John Kay
LOCATION: Chicago
Email: jpkattt
[at]: att
[dot]: net
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 00:28:30

COMMENTS

When I first heard Jack, I was a drummer. That was when Sunshine Of Your Love hit huge, in the U.S. At that point in time, my influences were Joe Morello of The Dave Brubeck Quartet, and more newly, Keith Moon, Greg Errico of Sly and The Family Stone, Mitch Mitchell, Ed Cassidy of Spirit...both whom moved to rock from jazz...and to a lesser extent Mister Baker. It was not coincidence that, when I moved over to bass guitar, my influences became John Entwistle, Larry Graham, Mark Andes, Eugene Wright of the Brubeck Quartet and, first and foremost, Jack. I was elated when, 25 years after I first moved over to bass, I found a 1967 Gibson EB0. It would be an embellishment to suggest that I could approximate a wee percentage of Jack's chops, but I got his vibe and his feel, because he was a remote mentor. I was elated when, this past October 22nd, I got a "Like" from Jack when I re-posted Wrapping Paper, which I'd only heard for the first time that day. Connecting with one of my heroes on Facebook??!!?? Priceless! And then....only three days later...he was gone. At least, from this physical plane. I was heartbroken, as was everyone and anyone reading this now. That said, as a given, the mere possibility that I had given Jack Bruce even one moment's joy, happiness, or sense of fulfillment after the millions of seconds in which he'd given me those gifts and more, as a fan, as an influence, as a teacher....it just boggles my mind. Thank you Jack, for being who you were at all times, and in all ways. Peace Forever!!

NAME: Brent Henderson
LOCATION: Calgary, AB Canada
Email: brenthenderson65
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: ca
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 00:54:35

COMMENTS

Farewell to a great bass player and singer. Condolences to the family.

NAME: Mark Kreuzwieser
LOCATION: north Carolina
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 00:56:36

COMMENTS

The crux of the biscuit is the apostrophe

NAME: Curt Hawley
LOCATION: USA
Email: curthawley
[at]: curthawley
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 00:58:06

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce - Your melodies and notes awakened me as a child. They never grew old, proving them classic, perfect. You live in them forever...

NAME: Mikael Hoelge
LOCATION: Denmark
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 01:20:25

COMMENTS

Bruce was the driving force of Cream. He was the singer and the face of Cream. We owe him so much love and pleasure. Rest in Peace.

NAME: Gordy StandsAlone
LOCATION: Minnesota
Email: gordystandsalone
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 01:26:21

COMMENTS

Wheels of fire, My very first album... I'll miss you.. Jack Bruce; Walks On, Free of this world. Hoka Hey

NAME: Brian Gallacher
LOCATION: Paisley, Scotland
Email: brigal67
[at]: gmail.com.
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 01:37:23

COMMENTS

A true great

NAME: BJORN W HAMMER
LOCATION: NORWAY ITALY
Email: BWHAM
[at]: HOTMAIL
[dot]: COM
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 01:43:28

COMMENTS

ONE OF MY GREATEST MUSIC HEROES

NAME: Martine Fontaine
LOCATION: France
Email: martine.fontainemaury
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: fr
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 02:03:41

COMMENTS

Thank you for the bottom of the heart for your good and beautiful music which you leave on the trail of your eternity. Warm thoughts to your family. My prayers accompany you.

NAME: glenn murray
LOCATION: pinellas park fl america
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 02:41:49

COMMENTS

around the next dream-where in the world

NAME: Grzegorz Andrian
LOCATION: Sydney, Australia
Email: isabellagreg
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 02:42:46

COMMENTS

I grew up in Poland in early 60s. Started playing guitar in the band when I was 12. I took up bass when our guitarist was called for military service in 1969. Cream was always my inspiration, so when I had to switch fro guitar to bass, I wanted to play bass like Jack Bruce. His melodic and rich bass lines would always add extra dimension to the song. Jack didn't just keep the rhythm, he played bass that would tell an interesting story. He was also an amazing vocalist and a great songwriter. Because of Jack's influence I developed my own style. Consequently I was spotted by one of Poland's most popular guitarist and vocalist who at the time was forming his new band in early 70s. because of Jack's inspiration I also became a vocalist and a songwriter. I continue to play guitar and bass and I am still writing my own music. The legacy of Jack's musical talent will definitely inspire many other musicians to come. Jack Bruce had left a solid foundation for all musicians who like him want to expand their musical imagination.

NAME: Margie Heggie
LOCATION: Byron Bay, Australia
Email: margieheggie
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 02:47:53

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was, and still is, my all time favourite musician. His bass playing was unsurpassed and his voice amazing. Don't really know why, but his More Jack Than God album is the one I would take to that proverbial desert island. His passing is a great loss to the world of music, and I hope his family and close friends take comfort from the legacy he has left.

NAME: Howell Selburn
LOCATION: San Jose
Email: hselburn
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 03:19:32

COMMENTS

The world and I will miss you Jack. If I am lucky, maybe, with permission, you'll let me jam with you in the next life.

NAME: Michael Hesler
LOCATION: Louisville, KY. USA
Email: mlhesler68
[at]: gmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 04:06:54

COMMENTS

Jack was my favorite member of my favorite band Cream.Although I play guitar I always loved the bass thanks to him.

NAME: Mark Metcalf
LOCATION: Reseda
Email: Markmetcalf7
[at]: Gmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 04:31:42

COMMENTS

Jack was one of a kind and I was the short guy in my band that knew how to play I always and I always Thought how would jack do it. How can I be like jack Bruce and this was far since I was a guitar player Cream was my favorite band to cover Were going wrong was one Outside woman blues was another but when I watched rope and ladder I knew jack was the driving force he made me want to take my music further and I also know he was the main force in cream also as my musical journey grew I found out jack played with Zappa wow this guy was awesome now I'm a bass player before I played guitar really good but I joins a band and it came easy I was a Jack Bruce fan years and years I love you Jack and thank you in heaven I know your in a great place thank you and to the family thank you for this good night god bless

NAME: Wendy Fortin
LOCATION: Toronto, Canada
Email: fortinwendy3
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 04:44:06

COMMENTS

My future husband introduced me to Cream and I was immediately in love with the music and eventually him too. It transports me , when I hear it , back to an exciting and special time and remains some of my most favourite music . Very sorry for your loss he is gone too soon.

NAME: Ed
LOCATION: Humboldt, California
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 04:47:40

COMMENTS

There's a big hole in my heart. I'd listen to him play and I'd never want to pick up the instrument again, but then I'd want to practice 12 hours a day. On Youtube watch him with Rory Gallagher doing "Politician," what a man.

NAME: Robert Dishington Monsour
LOCATION: Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Email: dishington
[at]: comcast
[dot]: net
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 05:01:11

COMMENTS

Jack: You were my hero as my youth blossomed, and remained so as age and experience have taken their inevitable toll. Your music speaks to me more deeply than any I have heard before or since. I understand you were deeply flawed, as are we all. You ascended the heights and plumbed the depths of life, and became immortal through the sheer beauty and purity of your music - your bared soul. Even as death beckoned and claimed, you continued to pour your music, your very being, out to us as a gift of love and an offering to the Gods. You reigned even as you served. You will live forever, your divine gift never to be forgotten.

NAME: Lino Bonfanti
LOCATION: Lecco italy
Email: n.bonfanti
[at]: tiscali.it
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 05:18:00

COMMENTS

Grande ! Per sempre

NAME: Paul Millward
LOCATION: Kouses, Crete, Greece
Email: Pgmillward
[at]: aol
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 05:30:02

COMMENTS

The most talented bass player the world has known. I had the pleasure of seeing Jack on a couple of occasions and was in awe of his skills. His vocals on Cream tracks cannot be beaten. A sad loss the the music industry and to the world.

NAME: Ronny Davies
LOCATION: Glasgow
Email: ronnydavies1972
[at]: hotmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 05:36:00

COMMENTS

Jack you made me want to play music. I am a radio volunteer now and it's cause my dad played Cream and taught me to listen to texture and depth in music and you made that possible. Thanks Love to your family

NAME: Victor Iannitti
LOCATION: No.Providence,R.I.
Email: viktwer471
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 06:02:52

COMMENTS

Ive been a bassist for many years and still am stunned at those legendary riffs,R.I.P.and god bless youre family.

NAME: Jorge L Rios
LOCATION: Florida, USA
Email: jsoir
[at]: msn
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 07:05:21

COMMENTS

We never met Jack, as I'm only a fan. But you were my first bass teacher and inspiration. My sincerest condolences to the Bruce family.

NAME: Jorge L Rios
LOCATION: Florida, USA
Email: jsoir
[at]: msn
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 07:05:50

COMMENTS

We never met Jack, as I'm only a fan. But you were my first bass teacher and inspiration. My sincerest condolences to the Bruce family.

NAME: Bruce Logan
LOCATION: Bognor Regis
Email: m8ie1
[at]: hotmail.com
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 07:14:36

COMMENTS

Jack was my first instrument playing hero. i started playing bass in 1971 & when i heard the live recording's of goodbye cream,i was hooked.I wanted to be Jack Bruce! RI P Jack

NAME: Mark Aked
LOCATION: Australia
Email: akedmv
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 07:33:04

COMMENTS

I feel so lucky and humbled to have grown up through the 60 's to be influenced and enjoy the pure genius and musical talent of this great man . He and a rare few broke through the barriers of control the record companies had over the image and sound of music of the day , and help lay the foundations to a new and free form of music that changed the world forever.

NAME: Richard
LOCATION: Wisconsin
Email: rnamoo06
[at]: live
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 08:17:14

COMMENTS

RIP Mr Bruce. I enjoyed the Ginger Baker take, from the anthology DVD, on how you upset him with playing the bass too loud. He seemed to enjoy being upset. I wonder if there will be talk of a Cream reunion, similar to the Beatles after Lennon died. Say Hi to John for the rest of us.

NAME: Frank Giambrone
LOCATION: usa
Email: fgiambrone1
[at]: Verizon.net
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 08:58:53

COMMENTS

There is so much I want to say....Jack's song Out into the Fields on the West Bruce and Laing album He recorded 16 backround vocals overdubbed it sound like a choir only Jack Bruce and he did this in 1972.There is and will never be another artist like Jack Bruce.He was the Motzart of our time!!!!!!

NAME: Peter
LOCATION: Wirral, UK
Email:
[at]:
[dot]:
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 09:03:28

COMMENTS

Liverpool mid sixties, nearing Xmas; an apres work pint or two at Coopers and I feel free driving out over Clayton Square and all the shoppers in the pouring rain - happy daze!

NAME: Thomas Nelson
LOCATION: Warren, Michigan USA
Email: slowbones88
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 09:14:21

COMMENTS

I've loved Jack's bass playing and singing for 50 years. His bringing classical influences and playing the bass like a lead guitar were a joy. I was privileged to see him perform with Ginger and Gary Moore. May God bless his family at this difficult time.

NAME: laurent dubois
LOCATION: france
Email: laurent-du
[at]: live.com
[dot]: laurent-du@live.com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 09:23:02

COMMENTS

We'll miss you Jack! I always felt close to you, without knowing you. RIP

NAME: Alexander Jenkins
LOCATION: United States
Email: ajenkins1952
[at]: live
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 09:46:59

COMMENTS

It was a sad day for me to hear of his passing. He was such a wonderful person, and a very technical musician. I followed Cream since 1969.

NAME: ARMAND CATENARO
LOCATION: United States
Email: 1armandcat
[at]: gmail.com
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 10:18:59

COMMENTS

Rope ladder to the moon. Nothing was right for me during those years except music. it saved me.

NAME: Raf Soto
LOCATION: Tampa FL
Email:
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 10:24:31

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce was a pioneer in riff based rock, and opened my eyes to the world of blues and I am forever grateful. I have been a fan of Cream since early on, and Jack's bass playing and vocal work helped inspire the musician I am today. He will be missed

NAME: Rey More
LOCATION: Coral Springs, FL, USA
Email: More.rey23
[at]: Gmail
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 10:44:14

COMMENTS

Met Jack at a Rock Fantasy Camp in 2012. He was a friendly, gracious ans supremely talented person. I treasure that encounter. Thanks for voicing and playing large parts of the soundtrack of my life.....rest in peace.

NAME: Hakan Larsson
LOCATION: Brodakra Sweden
Email: hakan.history
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 11:05:38

COMMENTS

The Great Gig suddenly took on in quality. We are the worse for it.

NAME: Michael Mesmer
LOCATION: San Rafael, CA, USA
Email:
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 11:39:11

COMMENTS

I started as a musician by playing the bass guitar, at least partly because of Jack Bruce's amazing singing and playing in Cream (the other part: Jack Casady of the Airplane). Jack continued to inspire me long after Cream -- his solo and session work was always IMHO pushing the boundaries of creativity and complentation. I felt I almost knew him, through his Facebook posts and instructional videos. Go in peace, Jack!

NAME: Erik S
LOCATION: Croatia
Email:
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 12:12:14

COMMENTS

I wish I was born 40 years earlier so I could hear you live, Jack. I started playing bass few weeks before you passed away. Your basslines will always be amazing and I'll try to learn them all. A great, great artist and one of the best bass players ever. Rest in Peace.

NAME: Lawrence Harris
LOCATION: United States
Email: lhvent
[at]: gmail.com
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Date: 22 Nov 2014
Time: 12:28:51

COMMENTS

I will always remember that thumping bass of Jack's. I still hear him. The best ever.

NAME: Jester
LOCATION: Wales
Email: Jestjester
[at]: Hotmail
[dot]: Com
Date: 10 Nov 2014
Time: 16:19:31

COMMENTS

Alice Cooper just played White Room lamenting the one and only Jack Bruce. Gone but never Forgotten.

NAME: David Meisner
LOCATION: Sarasota, FL USA
Email:
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Date: 10 Nov 2014
Time: 16:23:38

COMMENTS

Just thanks for the music. What music!

NAME: john ferguson
LOCATION: clackmannan
Email:
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Date: 10 Nov 2014
Time: 16:47:14

COMMENTS

A great bassist, with real feel. Inspirational.

NAME: Frank Hackenbroch
LOCATION: Blankenheim
Email: frank.hackenbroch
[at]: googlemail
[dot]: com
Date: 10 Nov 2014
Time: 17:40:10

COMMENTS

Thanks for the music.

NAME: Judd Collins
LOCATION: Erie MI
Email: sijjsi
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 10 Nov 2014
Time: 18:09:20

COMMENTS

I have been a fan since the Cream days, but it is Jack's solo career that really inspires me. He is one of my 3 favorite male vocalists of all time and will remain a favorite on my playlists until such time as I join him beyond. My sympathies to family and friends.

NAME: Jeff bryson
LOCATION: Scotland
Email: jab1949
[at]: Msn.com
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Date: 10 Nov 2014
Time: 18:22:35

COMMENTS

Jack was the best base guitarist and singer I've ever heard .were goin wrong Albert hall 2005 was the best ever

NAME: Rosey Moffatt
LOCATION: Surrey
Email: RoseyMoffatt
[at]: RoseyMoffatt
[dot]: Com
Date: 10 Nov 2014
Time: 19:19:55

COMMENTS

A legend and an influencer in my musical appreciation from the early 1970's. Fond memories of live performances. A unique sound and talent. Thank you Jack. God Bless You.

NAME: Jack Danielsen
LOCATION: Smithtown, New York
Email: jwanielsen97
[at]: gmail
[dot]: com
Date: 10 Nov 2014
Time: 21:03:12

COMMENTS

It's truly sad he had to go.

NAME: rob favata
LOCATION: elmsford ny
Email: robf49
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 10 Nov 2014
Time: 21:08:28

COMMENTS

Had been listening to HARMONY ROW when I heard the news. A true giant has been lost. You will be missed Jack

NAME: rob favata
LOCATION: elmsford ny
Email: robf49
[at]: hotmail
[dot]: com
Date: 10 Nov 2014
Time: 21:25:42

COMMENTS

Had been listening to HARMONY ROW when I heard the news. A true giant has been lost. You will be missed Jack

NAME: Graham Witt
LOCATION: Australia
Email:
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Date: 11 Nov 2014
Time: 00:21:22

COMMENTS

Jack inspired me as a musician, not only by the creativity of his bass playing but his passionate vocal style. I'll miss his music.

NAME: Deepak Dass
LOCATION: India
Email: dassdeepak69
[at]: yahoo
[dot]: com
Date: 11 Nov 2014
Time: 03:00:25

COMMENTS

Thank you for the music Jack!

NAME: Thomas Rohner
LOCATION: Rheurdt, Germany
Email:
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Date: 11 Nov 2014
Time: 09:42:35

COMMENTS

Also the greatest ones must leave, unfortunately. Rest in peace, Jack.

NAME: Don Westerholt
LOCATION: U S A
Email: don.westerholt
[at]: gmail.com
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Date: 11 Nov 2014
Time: 10:39:16

COMMENTS

Deepest condolences

NAME: Gill
LOCATION: Dundee
Email:
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Date: 11 Nov 2014
Time: 11:11:34

COMMENTS

Something magical

NAME: Rainer Grass
LOCATION: Germany
Email:
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Date: 11 Nov 2014
Time: 13:28:59

COMMENTS

Jack was the best bass guitarist I've ever heard and a very good singer. I have many LP's and CD's and DVD's with his music with Graham Bond Organisation, Cream and much more. I will never forget him.

NAME: Bill Gaffney
LOCATION: portsmouth va usa
Email: wmtgaffney
[at]: @ aol.com
[dot]:
Date: 11 Nov 2014
Time: 13:51:37

COMMENTS

One of the greats of music and vocals his bass playing was 2nd to none and he had a unique voice like none. Rest in peace my scotish brother from an Irish friend.

NAME: Matt J Lovett
LOCATION: United Kingdom
Email: mattyjl7
[at]: hotmail.co.uk
[dot]:
Date: 11 Nov 2014
Time: 15:02:02

COMMENTS

Jack Bruce along with Eric and Ginger, was a massive part of my life, without ever meeting Jack or his bandmates. I've never heard anyone play the Bass Guitar like Jack. He was a truly unique musician, and a fantastic singer and songwriter. As a guitarist myself, he was and is a huge inspiration. Best wishes to his family who must be very proud of him. RIP Jack.

NAME: Ernest Cady
LOCATION: Walthamstow
Email:
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Date: 11 Nov 2014
Time: 15:35:28

COMMENTS

He was the greatest inspiration to my bass-guitar technique. He will be forever missed. My feelings are with you all.

NAME: pietro
LOCATION: cellatica
Email: kefa55
[at]: alice
[dot]: it
Date: 11 Nov 2014
Time: 16:56:22