Rick Davies
Rick Davies, cofounder and lead vocalist of the iconic rock band Supertramp, passed away at the age of 81 on September 5, 2023, in Long Island, New York, after a prolonged battle with cancer. Known for his deep voice and significant contributions to the progressive rock genre, Davies was crucial in creating timeless hits such as 'Goodbye Stranger' and 'Bloody Well Right.' He played a pivotal role in the band's success during the 1970s and 1980s, especially after the departure of fellow band member Roger Hodgson in 1983. Born in Swindon, England, in 1944, Davies developed a passion for music early on and formed Supertramp in 1970, alongside Hodgson. The band achieved widespread acclaim with albums like 'Crime of the Century' and 'Breakfast in America.' Even after his diagnosis of multiple myeloma in 2015, Davies continued to perform, leaving a lasting legacy in the music industry.
Born on Jul 22, 1944 (81 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 2 | 6.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 257,891 | $21,000,000 | 16,362$ |
| United Kingdom | 2 | 7.50 | 0.08% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 57,167 | $2,700,000 | 2,274$ |
| France | 2 | 7.00 | 0.17% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 112,735 | $2,700,000 | 4,663$ |
| Canada | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 29,145 | $1,700,000 | 1,304$ |
| Brazil | 1 | 5.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 211,049,527 | 157,265 | $1,500,000 | 1,118$ |
| Venezuela | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 28,435,943 | 25,054 | $48,000 | 42$ |
| Uruguay | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 3,473,730 | 2,634 | $54,000 | 41$ |
| Germany | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 83,783,942 | 62,901 | $3,845,000 | 2,887$ |
| Switzerland | 1 | 4.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 6,913 | $700,000 | 559$ |
| Portugal | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 7,826 | $240,000 | 184$ |
| Luxembourg | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 625,978 | 538 | $73,000 | 63$ |
| Totals | 14 | 848,387,862 | 720,069 | $34,560,000 | 29,497$ |
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United Kingdom:
Rick Davies is known for his jazz-inflected piano and his role in the band Supertramp.
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Switzerland:
Rick Davies, the singer and founder of the British rock band Supertramp, has passed away at the age of 81.
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France:
Rick Davies was one of the two leaders of the British pop group Supertramp and passed away after battling multiple myeloma for over ten years.
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United States:
Musician Rick Davies has died at age 81 and was the lead singer and co-founder of British rock band Supertramp.
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Canada:
Rick Davies, the co-founder, singer and songwriter of British band Supertramp, has died after a long battle with cancer.
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Uruguay:
Rick Davies was the lead singer of the British band Supertramp and passed away at the age of 81.
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Venezuela:
Rick Davies, the singer and co-founder of the British rock group Supertramp, passed away at the age of 81 after a long battle with cancer.
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Luxembourg:
Rick Davies was the co-founder and lead singer of the British rock band Supertramp, known for hits like 'Breakfast in America'.
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United Kingdom:
Rick Davies, the founder of Supertramp, has died at the age of 81 after being diagnosed with multiple myeloma.
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Portugal:
Rick Davies was the vocalist and keyboardist of Supertramp and was responsible for writing iconic songs like Goodbye Stranger and Bloody Well Right.
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