Alex Ligertwood, former Santana vocalist, dies
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Alex Ligertwood, the former lead vocalist for the band Santana, has died at the age of 79.
- His wife announced his passing, stating he died peacefully in his sleep two weeks after his final concert.
- Ligertwood was the lead singer for Santana intermittently between 1979 and 1994, contributing to several of their well-known albums.
The music world mourns the loss of Alex Ligertwood, the powerful Scottish vocalist whose voice became synonymous with the iconic rock band Santana for over a decade. His passing at 79 marks the end of an era for fans who were captivated by his soulful performances and distinctive vocal style.
With deep sadness I announce the passing of my sweet and dear Alex Ligertwood, my husband for 25 years.
Ligertwood's tenure with Santana, spanning from 1979 to 1994 with intermittent periods, saw him lend his talents to seminal albums such as "Marathon," "Zebop!," and "Sacred Fire: Live In South America." His contributions were instrumental in shaping the band's sound during a significant period of their career, leaving an indelible mark on rock music history.
He touched so many people with his extraordinary voice. He was all heart and soul.
Beyond his work with Santana, Ligertwood maintained an active musical career, performing with tribute bands like The Magic Of Santana and collaborating with other notable artists. The Magic Of Santana paid a heartfelt tribute, remembering him not only as a "greatest singer" but also as a cherished friend whose "music, passion, and friendship" left a lasting impact.
We traveled a great road together with him and learned so much about music, passion, and friendship.
His wife's announcement conveyed the deep sadness felt by those close to him, noting that he "touched so many people with his extraordinary voice" and possessed "all heart and soul." Ligertwood's final concert, held just two weeks prior to his death, serves as a poignant reminder of his lifelong dedication to music, a passion that continued until his very last days.
He was one of the best singers on this planet and we are going to miss him profoundly. Thank you Alex, for everything.
DistantNews Editorial
Originally published by TVN Panamá in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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