ABC news has just reported

[Charles David Tichenor (alembic76407)]

John Entwhisle has died in Las vegas, my heart felt condolences go out to all the people at Alembic, I know he was part of the family

[mica]

We're all feeling sad and bit weird - it doesn't seem real at all, especially since we were going to see The Who next Wednesday.  
 
When I get home, I'm dragging out the old record player to spin my Too Late the Hero album and listen to those blessed fingers.

[Doug Waris (doug)]

Rest in Peace Ox, thanks for years of inspiration.

[Steve Smith (alembickoa)]

RIP, Ox...I just heard and am crying so hard I can barely type...

[Harald Rost (harald_rost)]

People try to put us d-down (Talkin' 'bout my generation)
Just because we get around (Talkin' 'bout my generation)
Things they do look awful c-c-cold (Talkin' 'bout my generation)
I hope I die before I get old (Talkin' 'bout my generation)
 
He had such a great tone and played great riffs.
 
RIP
 
Harald

[Mik Walker (mik)]

Mind-numbing.... My heart goes out to his family and friends, the band, his fans....
 
He gave us all so much, propelled bass way ahead....

[Jim Aitken (jimbo)]

I heard the news at 7.30 this morning and spent a good half-hour sitting open mouthed.  He was the reason why I (and many thousands more) took up the bass - especially the performance of 'Won't Get Fooled Again' on 'The Kids are Alright' film.
 
I've just watched it again, and tied a black ribbon behind the nut on my Series II.  So very sad...
 
RIP John and God bless