NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Tom Verlaine, the iconic guitarist, singer, and frontman of the New York City band Television died at the age of 73 in the city. His death was reported by Jesse Paris Smith, daughter of longtime companion and friend Patti Smith, who stated that he died "after a brief illness". Yahoo Entertainment reports that in addition to Television, Verlaine began his solo career in 1979 and has since put out 10 albums. Mike Scott of The Waterboys tweeted, "Tom Verlaine has passed over to the beyond that his guitar playing always hinted at. Rest in peace Tom.”Appears to be true: Tom Verlaine has passed over to the beyond that his guitar playing always hinted at.

Source: New York Times January 29, 2023 03:47 UTC