Tom Verlaine performing in 2019 Darren Eagles via Getty ImagesTom Verlaine, guitarist and co-founder of the seminal proto-punk band Television, has died at the age of 73. Television issued their groundbreaking debut album Marquee Moon in 1977, including the nearly-11-minute title track and Elevation. AdvertisementIncreasing tension between Tom and fellow guitarist Richard Lloyd led Television to disband after their second album. He made incredible music that greatly influenced the US & UK punk rock scene in the ‘70’s RIP pic.twitter.com/hbntmsLqMm — Billy Idol (@BillyIdol) January 28, 2023Peace and love, Tom Verlaine. That takes a special greatness.”Appears to be true: Tom Verlaine has passed over to the beyond that his guitar playing always hinted at.

Source: Huffington Post January 29, 2023 11:13 UTC