That was where I came across Blue Murder. They were the band John Sykes put together when he left Whitesnake after the big 1987 record – it was him, Carmine Appice from Vanilla Fudge and Tony Franklin ...

John Sykes, the world-renowned guitarist, best known for his work with the likes of Thin Lizzy, Whitesnake, and Blue Murder, passed away at the age of 65 on January 21, 2025.

Meanwhile, drummer Carmine Appice, who played alongside Sykes in Blue Murder, said on Facebook that, “John’s playing, writing and singing were amazing… I loved him like a brother.” Sykes began his ...

Guitarist John Sykes, who played for Thin Lizzy and Whitesnake before forming Blue Murder, has died aged 65. Musician John Sykes, the guitarist for Thin Lizzy, Whitesnake and more, has died. He was 65 ...

Meanwhile, drummer Carmine Appice, who played alongside Sykes in Blue Murder, said on Facebook that, “John’s playing, writing and singing were amazing… I loved him like a brother.” ...

Sykes was honoured by former bandmates and musicians, including members from Whitesnake, Blue Murder and Guns N’ Roses. John Sykes, the guitarist for bands like Thin Lizzy and Whitesnake, has died at ...