Posted on 08/06/2023 9:22:05 PM PDT by nickcarraway
He played on 10 of the rock band's albums in the 1970s.
The Kinks pose for a group shot. L-R: John Dalton, John Gosling, Mick Avory, Dave Davies, Ray Davies. GAB Archive/Redferns
John Gosling, who played keyboards for The Kinks during the 1970s, has died. He was 75.
The Kinks announced the sad news through its social media accounts on Friday (Aug. 4). A cause of death was not provided.
“We are deeply saddened by the news of the passing of John Gosling. We are sending our condolences to John’s wife and family,” the band wrote in a statement.
Gosling joined the Kinks in 1970 and played on 10 of the rock band’s albums, as well as the demo of the group’s classic song Lola.”
“Condolences to his wife Theresa and family. Rest in Peace dearest John,” Kinks singer Ray Davies wrote.
Guitarist Dave Davies added, “I’m dismayed deeply upset by John Gosling’s passing. He has been a friend and important contributor to the Kinks music during his time with us. Deepest sympathies to his wife and family. I will hold deep affection and love for him in my heart always. Great musician and a great man.”
Drummer Mick Avory also remembered Gosling. “Today we lost a dear friend and colleague, he was a great musician and had a fantastic sense of humour… which made him popular member of the band, he leaves us with some happy memories. God Bless him.”
Gosling left the Kinks in 1978 and was briefly replaced by Gordon Edwards upon his departure. A year later, Ian Gibbons took over on keyboards.
In 1994, Gosling became a founding member of Kast Off Kinks, which included former Kinks members Avory, Jim Rodford and John Dalton. He performed with the act until retiring in 2008.
Read the Kinks’ announcement of Gosling’s passing below.
Heard abput this yesterday. RIP.
Kinks. Never heard of them. But if “Lola” is the “la la la Loooola” song, I have heard that on the radio from time to time.
Funny true story. My sister-in-law worked as a restaurant hostess in her NH college days back in the 80s.
One Friday, a group of lads strolled in looking for a table
She greeted them and asked how many in their party. "Six" one said.
She told them it would be about a 20 minute wait to get two free tables to make one, as it was rather busy that afternoon.
"20 minutes?!" retorted the man. "That's ridiculous. Don't you know who we are!?"
She replied, "No. Who are you?"
The man said, "We're the Kinks baby!"
"Oh." She said. Then honestly confused, she said, "What's a Kink?"
Kinks, long career, different styles.
Preserving the old British traditions
(Village Green Pres Society, Afternoon
Tea, Victoria); concept albums, pop, rock,
etc. The Davies brothers.
Gosling wore an ape suit in the
Apeman video.
Sitting in the Midday Sun
https://youtu.be/qjp2d8bV7FQ
Go God got “tired of waiting.”
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