Blue Murder were an English hard rock band led by guitarist-vocalist John Sykes. The group was formed in 1987 following Sykes's dismissal from Whitesnake . The initial line-up was rounded out by bassist Tony Franklin and drummer Carmine Appice .

Jan 22, 2025 · In 2014 Classic Rock spoke with John Sykes, the former Thin Lizzy and Whitesnake guitarist, about Blue Murder, the band he formed after parting ways with David Coverdale in 1986. Much loved, they influenced a generation of later musicians, including Alter Bridge frontman Myles Kennedy. Sykes died this week, aged just 65.

John James Sykes (29 July 1959 – 2024) was an English guitarist, best known as a member of Whitesnake, Thin Lizzy and Tygers of Pan Tang.He also fronted the hard rock group Blue Murder and released several solo albums.. Following a stint in the heavy metal band Tygers of Pan Tang in the early 1980s, Sykes joined Irish hard rock group …

Jan 21, 2025 · Two years ago, Sykes's former BLUE MURDER bandmate Carmine Appice told SiriusXM's "Trunk Nation With Eddie Trunk" that he had no contact with Sykes despite repeated attempts to reach out to the ...

Jan 21, 2025 · John Sykes, the trailblazing guitarist who defined eras in heavy rock with bands like Thin Lizzy, Whitesnake, Blue Murder, and Tygers of Pan Tang, has passed away at 65 after a battle with cancer. Sykes was a complete force of nature.

Jan 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.” I loved ...

Feb 29, 2024 · Spearheaded by John Sykes, formerly of Whitesnake, the band's formation was a statement of intent to explore the heavier and more complex side of rock music. Despite their brief existence, Blue Murder's influence and legacy in the rock genre are undeniable.

Blue Murder is the debut album by English hard rock band Blue Murder, released on 24 April 1989 by Geffen Records.It was produced by Bob Rock.The band was formed by guitarist John Sykes after his dismissal from Whitesnake.He was eventually joined by bassist Tony Franklin and drummer Carmine Appice.The band entered Little Mountain Sound Studios in early 1988 to begin recording their debut album.

After leaving Whitesnake John returned to England and formed the critically acclaimed supergroup Blue Murder. The band featured bassists Tony Franklin and drummer Carmine Appice. Their debut album not only showcased John’s fiery and melodic guitar playing but his excellent singing voice as well.

4 days ago · In a new interview with Cassius Morris, Steve Vai paid tribute to legendary English guitarist John Sykes (TYGERS OF PAN TANG, THIN LIZZY, WHITESNAKE, BLUE MURDER, SYKES),who died last week at the ...