In Other Rock News… (January 23)
Former Judas Priest Drummer Dave Holland Dead at 69
Finally, Dave Holland, who played drums for Judas Priest from 1979-1989, died suddenly in a hospital in Lugo, Spain at the age of 69.
Holland’s last years were mired in controversy when he was found guilty of attempted rape and indecent assault against a special-needs 17-year-old boy in 2004.
Judas Priest released the following statement on Holland’s death:
“It is with regret that we hear of the passing of Dave Holland. Despite his actions since working with the band, his time with us was amongst the most productive and successful in the band’s career and for that alone he shall be missed.”
Erica Banas is a rock/classic rock blogger that loves the smell of old vinyl in the morning.
Erica Banas is a news blogger who's been covering the rock/classic rock world since 2014. The coolest event she's ever covered in person was the 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. (Sir Paul McCartney inducting Foo Fighters? C'mon now!) She's also well-versed in etiquette and extraordinarily nice. #TransRightsAreHumanRights
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