CREAM's Jack Bruce Dead At 71

New York, NY (Top40 Charts) JACK BRUCE, most famous for his time as the bassist and lead vocalist for the rock Supergroup CREAM, died on SATURDAY (10/25) at his home in SUFFOLK, ENGLAND. He was 71. Jack (John Symon Asher) Bruce, singer-songwriter and bass guitarist, born 14 May 1943; died 25 October 2014 - his family confirmed his death on his website. A spokesman said the cause was liver disease. BRUCE had received a liver transplant several years ago.
On his website, there were thoughts and reminiscences from musicians JACK inspired:

"JACK BRUCE RIP 1943-2014. Farewell to a great musician and dear friend. I'll miss the laughter and friendship. Un Abrazote, Hermano x" - PHIL MANZANERA

"He was a great musician and composer, and a tremendous inspiration to me" - ERIC CLAPTON

"I am very sad to learn of the loss of a fine man, JACK BRUCE... My thoughts & wishes are with his family at this difficult time." - GINGER BAKER

"So sad to hear of JACK BRUCE passing. My biggest influence and favourite bass player. Thank you, Jack. RIP." - Geezer Butler

"Sad to hear of the passing of JACK BRUCE, may he rest in peace" - YUSUF ISLAM (CAT STEVENS)

"Rest In Peace JACK BRUCE, OG (Original Gangster)" - STEVE JONES

"A major influence in music and an amazing bass player and singer. He was a hero" - TONY IOMMI

"JACK BRUCE, probably the most musically gifted bass player who's ever been" - ROGER WATERS

"Thanks for you amazing art. And being such an inspiration when I started playing bass." - GLENN HUGHES

"BRUCE's death at his home in SUFFOLK on OCTOBER 25 at the age of 71 robs us of a man whose life was defined by music until the very end. How we shall miss him." - MOJO