This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the Google. All Rights Reserved. He would remain with the band until 1971, but left before they recorded their first album, 1973s (Pronounced Lh-nrd Skin-nrd). To the family of Larry Junstrom, I am very sorry for your loss. Junstrom reflected on his time with Lynyrd Skynyrd in director Stephen Kijaks 2018 documentary If I Leave Here Tomorrow: A Film About Lynyrd Skynyrd, recalling the early rehearsals at the so-called Hell House, a cabin on a creek in rural Florida, and the bands chemical proclivities. Larry Junstrom, former Lynyrd Skynyrd and 38 Special bassist dies at 70 appeared first on Consequence of Sound. 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Larry Junstrom was a founder of Lynyrd Skynyrd and member of the Jacksonville-based band, .38 Special. Posted by Zenae Zukowski on October 7, 2019. 'Our story is one of hope': Conjoined twins who made history as first EVER pair survive to separation As Charles Bronson faces a parole hearing on Monday Will Britain's most violent prisoner soon be painting Is this Britain's most despicable man? 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Vocalist Nick Holmes commented: Musically, this track has an intentional repetitive element that builds throughout [], Trivium have surprised their fans by releasing a cover of Heaven Shall Burns Implore the Darken Sky. The cover is featured on a split 7 that the group will be selling throughout their European tour. Please accept my condolences. He rocked arenas all over the world and succeeded in living his dream. He was truly one of a kind, a congenial traveling companion and a great friend to all with a humorous slant on life that always kept our spirits high a kind man with a big heart for everyone who crossed his path. Junstrom's cause . Larry Junstrom was a bassist who was a founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd and went on to join .38 Special. King played for the group in 1972, a year after Junstrom's exit, until 1975 and again from 1987 to 1996. His cause of death is yet to be made known. Death 5 Oct 2019 (aged 70) Interlachen, Putnam County, Florida, USA. Larry Junstrom, a founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd and longtime bass guitarist for the band .38 Special, has died at age 70. Larry Junstrom, the bassist for .38 Special and a founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd, has died. The news was announced on the .38 Special Facebook page, where the band paid tribute to "The Big. And, you know what? We invite you to share condolences for Larry Junstrom in our . [2], Junstrom retired from .38 Special in 2014, due to a hand injury which required surgery. Junstrom would perform and record with the group up until his retirement in 2014, playing on hits like Hold on Loosely, Rockin into the Night, and Caught Up in You.. A cause of death has not been disclosed for Junstrom, who was born in Pittsburgh in 1949. He was truly one of a kind, a congenial traveling companion and a great friend to all with a humorous slant on life that always kept our spirits high a kind man with a big heart for everyone who crossed his path. By Kirk Fox October 7, 2019 0 Larry Junstrom was a bassist who was a founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd and went on to join .38 Special. Rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd star Larry Junstrom has passed away aged 70. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA and enjoyed spending time with family especially his wife, Thania, Nascar, Jaguars and Gator Football, Fishing, Ham Radio Operator and loved all animals. They had a unique, driving sound rock sensibilities with a touch of twang that served them well, both in the recording studio and on the road. He joined 38 Special in 1977, playing bass for the Southern rock group, which had formed a few years earlier. Inside Matt Hancock's 41-hour battle to save his career when photo of 'a snog and heavy petting' with aide Will Vladimir Putin's empress pay the ultimate price for his war on the West? Lynyrd Skynyrd founding member and longtime .38 Special bassist Larry Junstrom has died at age 70. We are sending our devoted love, strength and comfort to his wife Thania and Larrys family. "He rocked arena all over the world and succeeded in living his dream. He wasnt out of the spotlight long, though, hooking up with another all-time classic Southern band, the Donnie Van Zant-fronted .38 Specialin 1976 and playing with that band for 38 years on 12 studio albums until 2014 and scoring such hits as Hold on Loosely and Caught Up In You. He retried from .38 Special in 2014 following a hand injury that required surgery. He was truly one of a kind, a congenial traveling companion and a great friend to all with a humorous slant on life that always kept our spirits high a kind man with a big heart for everyone who crossed his path. The track is the sixth of eight singles and is being released as a limited edition 7 vinyl via Tarjas website. Get email updates about Larry Junstrom delivered directly to your inbox. You could put a model airplane together with his breath, Junstrom said of Collins fondness for sniffing glue. May God bless and comfort the family. Larry's cause of death is yet to be made known to the public but tributes are pouring in for the rock star. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA and enjoyed spending time with family especially his wife, Thania, Nascar, Jaguars and Gator Football, Fishing, Ham Radio Operator and loved all animals. Something went wrong, please try again later. The fun times on ham radio and hanging out at the lake house. Let others know about your loved one's death. The news was announced on Sunday via statement . Band members of Junstrom from the rock group .38 Special confirmed the news in an emotional post to Facebook on Sunday night. times. Larry Junstrom was a bassist who was a founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd and went on to join .38 Special. At press time, Junstrom's cause of death is unclear. For full obituary and coverage. Junstrom reflected on his time with Lynyrd Skynyrd in Stephen Kijaks 2018 documentary, If I Leave Here Tomorrow: A Film About Lynyrd Skynyrd, recalling the bands early rehearsals at the infamous Hell House, a cabin in rural Florida, as well as speaking out on the bands frequent drug use. Lynyrd Skynyrd postponed a couple shows from their final Last of the Street Survivors Farewell Tour in August due to founding member and guitarist Gary Rossington's heart surgery. He was 70. Larry Junstrom, former Lynyrd Skynyrd and 38 Special bassist dies at 70 Spencer Kaufman, Concert Film Review: Metallica's S&M2 Is a Celebration of the Band and Their Fans, 10 Goth-Rock Albums Every Music Fan Should Own, R.I.P. We will miss our friend and partner.". There will never be another like him.. Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. Listen to the song below and pre-order the album here: Firstborne, featuring Chris Adler (ex- Lamb of God) and James LoMenzo (Megadeth) have shared a video for their song, Intercontinental Champions. Watch the clip below: Tarja Turunen and Torsten Stenzels Outlanders has released an adaptation of Hans Zimmers We Own The Sky featuring Ron Bumblefoot Thal. There will never be another like him. The cause of death was not announced at press time. Larry Junstrom Cause of death. It wasn't worth losing him during heavy touring like that. [1] He was also one of the founding members of the Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd. All rights reserved. The bassists death was announced on Facebook by his former band 38 Special, which Junstrom joined after leaving Lynyrd Skynyrd and performed with for parts of four decades. On Sunday (October 6), 38 Special confirmed . Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. He rocked arenas all over the world and succeeded in living his dream. Plastic surgeon reveals five cosmetic procedures she would NEVER get - from dangerous Brazilian butt lifts BEL MOONEY:Why does caring for my dad take over my life? Six years later, Junstrom joined Ronnie Van Zants younger brother Donnie Van Zants band .38 Special and worked on their first self-titled studio album in 1977. Biography [ edit] We are no longer accepting comments on this article. By 1969 they changed their name, releasing their debut album in 1973,Lynyrd Skynyrd (Pronounced L?h-nrd Skin-nrd),which included such soon-to-be-classics as Gimme Three Steps, Simple Man and one of the most enduring rock anthems of any era: Free Bird.. There is no word on the cause of death for the southern-fried rocker. is survived by his loving wife of 11 years, Thania Junstrom; step-son, Jason Brown; brothers: John and Bill Junstrom; and host of extended family and friends. Founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd and longtime bassist of 38. The announcement was made on Sunday via .38 Special's Facebook page. The cause of Junstrom's death has of yet not been announced. Larry's cause of death is yet to be made known to the public but tributes are pouring in for the rock star . Lynyrd Skynyrd is currently on the road with their Last of the Street Survivors Farewell Tour. Truly a talent that will be greatly missed by many. is survived by his loving wife of 11 years, Thania Junstrom; step-son, Jason Brown; brothers: John and Bill Junstrom; and host of extended family and friends. Just five days ago, Junstrom made a rare public appearance at the opening of the Sweet Homegrown Traditions exhibit in Clay County, Florida, documenting the founding of the band. We are sending our devoted love, strength and comfort to his wife Thania and Larrys family, reads the 38 Special post on Facebook. An avid amateur radio operator, he had the call letters K4EB, which translate to "Known 4 Excellent Bass". Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. The rock star had to retire from the music industry in 2014 after he suffered a hand injury which required surgery. We are sending our devoted love, strength and comfort to his wife Thania and Larrys family. Junstrom formed Lynyrd Skynyrd in 1964 alongside his high school classmates Ronnie Van Zant, Gary Rossington, Allen Collins and Bob Burns. I will always keep those great memories in my heart, reminding me December 30, 2019 | Dunnellon, FL | Friend. He rocked arenas all over the world and succeeded in living his dream, reads the tribute posted Sunday on the 38 Special page. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Larry Junstrom, a founding member of the rock bank Lynyrd Skynyrd and bassist for 38 Special, has died, his band confirmed on Facebook Sunday. However, his playing appeared on the early 7-inch single Need All My Friends. By Libby Birk The group disbanded abruptly in 1977 following a plane crash which killed Ronnie Van Zant, replacement guitarist Steve Gaines, and backup singer Cassie Gaines. This article about a United States bass guitarist is a stub. His cause of death has not been revealed. The comments below have not been moderated. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Six years after that, he joined Van Zant's younger brother Donnie's band, 38 Special. ', In his prime: Junstrom, left, with his bandmate Barnes in 1986, Born Lawrence E. Junstrom on June 22, 1949in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the future icon moved to Jacksonville, Florida when he was 10-years-old. . [1] He was also one of the founding members of the Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd . - October 8, 2019 12:57 am EDT. Donnie Van Zant, the younger brother of the Lynyrd Skynyrd leader, Ronnie Van Zant, formed .38 Special in 1974, with Junstrom joining as the bass guitarist in 1977. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. In 1977, Junstrom joined 38 Special, led by Ronnie Van Zants younger brother Donnie Van Zant. Billboard is a part of Penske Media Corporation. EXCLUSIVE: Head teacher of leading grammar school is sacked for sending parents a list of striking teachers. Lynyrd Skynyrd shared the following message via Facebook: Rest Easy, LJ, you will always be remembered as the big man, on the big bass with the even bigger heart! He was 70. In August, they were forced to postpone shows so that founding member Gary Rossington could recover from heart surgery. French heavy metal outfit Sortilge have unveiled their latest single, Derrire les Portes de Babylone. The track is taken from the groups upcoming album, Apocalypso, out March 3rd via Season of Mist. There will never be another like him. 1949 2019. My condolences goes out to the family and friends, Larry's music will live on, may you also find comfort from his Heavenly father. We will miss our friend and partner., Mourned:Lynyrd Skynyrd founding member Larry Junstrom has died aged 70. L.J. memorial page for Larry Junstrom (22 Jun 1949-5 Oct 2019), Find a Grave Memorial ID 203617813, citing Jacksonville Memory Gardens, Orange Park, Clay County . He was 70. We will miss our friend and partner.. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. Junstrom was in an early incarnation of Skynyrd, with singer Ronnie Van Zant, guitar players Gary Rossington and Allen Collins, and drummer Bob Burns. Junstrom, a founding member of Southern rock icons Skynyrd, played bass with .38 Special until 2014. A cause of death was not immediately disclosed. The news was announced on the .38 Special Facebook page, where the band paid tribute to "The. Larry Junstrom in 2006. November 09, 2019 | Nashville, TN | Friend. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. Subscribe to Consequence of Sounds email digest and get the latest breaking news in music, film, and television, tour updates, access to exclusive giveaways, and more straight to your inbox. I bid you farewell and 73s! Junstrom's death comes just over a year after Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Ed King died at 68 following a battle with lung cancer.