VANILLA FUDGE And CACTUS Bassist TIM BOGERT Dead At 76

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Tim Bogert, bassist and founding member of VANILLA FUDGE, CACTUS and supergroup BECK, BOGERT & APPICE, has died at age 76. The news of Bogert's passing was confirmed by his longtime bandmate, drummer Carmine Appice, who wrote on Facebook: "My true friend Tim Bogert died today. He was like a brother to me. He was my friend for over 50 years. "Tim was a one of a kind bass player. He inspired many, many bass players worldwide. He was as masterful at shredding as he was holding down a groove, and Tim introduced a new level of virtuosity into rock bass playing. No one played like Tim. He created bass solos that drove audiences to a frenzy every time he played one. And he played a different solo every night. He was the last of the legendary 60s bass players. "Tim was a very intelligent person. So intelligent that we would call him 'Spock'. You could ask him anything and he would know something about it. "I loved Tim like a brother. He will be missed very much in my life. I will miss calling him, cracking jokes together, talking music and remembering the great times we had together, and how we created kick-ass music together. "Perhaps the only good thing about knowing someone close to you is suffering a serious illness, is you have an opportunity to tell them that you love them, and why you love them. I did that, a lot. I was touched to hear it said back to me. Nothing was left unsaid between us and I’m grateful for that. I highly recommend it. "Rest in peace, my partner. I love you. See you on the other side." Bogert played on VANILLA FUDGE's first five albums between 1967 and 1969 — "Vanilla Fudge", "The Beat Goes On", "Renaissance", "Near The Beginning" and "Rock & Roll" — before the group disbanded in 1970. Soon after, Bogert and Appice teamed up with guitarist Jim McCarty and vocalist Rusty Day to form CACTUS. In 1972, CACTUS split, and Bogert and Appice joined forces with guitarist Jeff Beck to form the power trio BECK, BOGERT & APPICE. In 1999, Bogert was inducted into the Hollywood Rock Walk Of Fame. Billy Sheehan said in Bass Player magazine that "Tim was my biggest influence. He's also one of the first and best in many categories. The first VANILLA FUDGE album was one of the biggest bass breakthroughs of all time."

My true friend Tim Bogert died today. He was like a brother to me. He was my friend for over 50 years. Tim was a one... Posted by Carmine Appice on Wednesday, January 13, 2021​

RIP TIM BOGERT. I first saw Vanilla Fudge on a bill with the Yardbirds with Jimmy Page. Spectacular. I’d never heard 4 people play & sing as one. Tim was mind boggling on all fronts. Also when I saw Beck, Bogert&Appice. A powerhouse. https://t.co/fA1gjE9jgL

— Paul Stanley (@PaulStanleyLive) January 14, 2021

Tim Bogert—Grand Master. I love you, Tim. Thank you for your awesomeness, generosity, and kindness. I hope we meet again, my friend. Rest In Peace. pic.twitter.com/PopNKwJJ07

— Billy Sheehan (@BillyonBass) January 14, 2021

“I saw the Fudge many times in that era and BB&A and BOC toured together. A great player and a great guy, Rest In Peace Tim Bogert.” -EB pic.twitter.com/ZxZ1OGpIa8

— Eric Bloom (@ericbloomBOC) January 14, 2021

Rest in Peace to Tim Bogert, one of the world's greatest rock bass players.

— Anvil (@AnvilMetal666) January 14, 2021

So sorry to hear of the passing of bass legend Tim Bogert. One of the true pioneers of the instrument in the late 60’s/early 70’s with his work with Vanilla Fudge, Cactus and Beck Bogert Appice #RIPTimBogert pic.twitter.com/lptVZHnbqN

— Mike Portnoy ? (@mikeportnoy) January 14, 2021

I posted this photo last week in memory of EVH. Just got word that Tim Bogert has passed away. I wore the grooves out to my copy of Beck Bogert & Appice as a teen. Jamming with him and Ed was incredible and surreal. @eddievanhalen @WolfVanHalen @VanHalen pic.twitter.com/cSEtKZ1wv3

— Steve Stevens (@Stevestevens) January 14, 2021

⁦#TimBogert ⁩ R.I.P. You will be missed ???????✌? ⁦@carmineappice1⁩ ⁦ pic.twitter.com/oAouo91kMO

— Paul Shortino ?? (@PaulShortino) January 13, 2021

Rest peacefully Tim Bogert. One of the greats. ???

— Tony Franklin (@FretlessMonster) January 14, 2021

I am deeply saddened by the passing of my first bass hero, Tim Bogert. My condolences to his band mates @carmineappice1 Mark Stein, his family and friends. Rest In Peace, Tim. pic.twitter.com/k9FQI7R7mZ

— Rudy Sarzo (@rudysarzo) January 14, 2021

We lost a true bass pioneer today. He influenced so many including my biggest heroes. He was my teacher and mentor when I first moved to the US. Rest In Peace Tim Bogert and thank you for everything. https://t.co/1ABRO5O3qC

— Bjorn Englen (@BjornEnglen) January 14, 2021

RIP to one of the most innovative and bad ass bassists to walk the planet... Tim Bogert of Vanilla Fudge, Beck/Bogert/Appice and Cactus. Cactus was a band Blitz & Menghi bonded over hence us covering their rendition of “Evil” on our “American Made” record. pic.twitter.com/cpDxJznpeA

— BPMD (@BPMDofficial) January 14, 2021​

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