Earth, Wind and Hearth drummer Fred White has died on the age of 67.
The musician handed away on Sunday (01.01.23), alongside together with his brother, Verdine White, saying the information by way of a press release on social media.
Alongside footage of Fred enjoying the drums, Verdine wrote on Instagram: “Pricey household mates and followers… Our household is saddened in the present day by the lack of an incredible and gifted member of the family, our loving brother Frederick Eugene.” Freddie”White. [prayer, heart and drum emojis] (sic)”
Later, Verdine stated that his brother will be part of Earth, Wind and Hearth star Maurice White, lead vocalist Roland Bautista and former supervisor Monte Keith White “in heaven.”
He wrote: “He joins our brothers Maurice, Monte and Ronald in heaven and now drums with the angels! Secure boy, member of EWF ORIGINAL 9, with gold information on the younger age of 16! He was the brother quantity four”. within the household row.
“However greater than that at dwelling and past, he was the fantastic brother who was at all times entertaining and deliciously mischievous! And we may at all times depend on him to make a seemingly unhealthy scenario extra joyful! (sic).”
Verdine added: “He’ll stay in our hearts endlessly, relaxation in energy beloved Freddie! We thanks all to your love, blessings and help right now. Fly excessive brother, we love you to infinity! (sic) “
Lenny Kravitz subsequently paid a glowing tribute to Fred within the feedback part.
The 58-year-old star has admitted to being influenced by the late musician, who additionally performed drums on Donny Hathaway’s ‘Stay’ album.
He wrote on the photo-sharing platform: “Sending my love and deepest condolences to you and your loved ones. I used to be blessed to have been in his presence and blessed to have been influenced by him. A real king. Relaxation in energy.”