He will be remembered by many as a man with exceptional musical talent,” a statement said.

British guitarist John Sykes, best known for his work with rock bands Thin Lizzy and Whitesnake, has died aged 65 “after a hard fought battle with...

Musician played on Irish band’s Thunder And Lightning album in early 1980s and toured playing Phil Lynott’s songs following his death

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The late guitarist is praised as "a huge talent and a huge influence." Continue reading…

The passing of John Sykes, renowned guitarist for Whitesnake, Thin Lizzy, and Blue Murder, has sparked an outpouring of heartfelt tributes from fellow...

The official statement confirms that Sykes had been battling cancer. Continue reading…

John Sykes, a hard-rock guitarist and singer who played with Thin Lizzy before joining Whitesnake for its smash 1987 album and later forming Blue...

A statement said Sykes, who co-wrote some of the rock band's chart hits, had been ill with cancer.

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