Mick Slattery dead – Hawkwind guitarist dies aged 77 after battle with short illness
ROCK legend Mick Slattery has died aged 77 after a short illness.
The guitarist founded rock band Hawkwind with Dave Brock in 1969.
The band confirmed he sadly died on Friday.
The band, who recorded several tracks at Abbey Road Studios, are best known for their song Silver Machine.
In statement Dave said: "We are sorry to share the sad news that our old friend, and Hawkwind founder member, Mick Slattery passed away peacefully at home yesterday, St Patrick's Day, March 17, 2023, aged 77, after a short illness.
"Me and Mick played together in a band called Famous Cure in 1967, touring Holland before going on to form Hawkwind in 1969.
"I have lots of fond memories from our younger days, playing together in Holland and hanging out in Richmond at the L'Auberge Cafe and Eel Pie Island.
"In the late 60s, we used to rehearse in my upstairs flat in Putney and also in the basement of Bob Kerr's music shop in Gwalior Road, playing loud music, much to the annoyance of our neighbours.
"Fly free old friend."