A musician who performed with pop legends like Elton John and the late David Bowie has sadly passed away at the age of 89.
Terry Cox, the drummer with London-based folk rock band Pentangle, died on March 19. The cause of his death has not yet been disclosed.
Formed in 1967, Pentangle’s original lineup consisted of Jacqui McShee (vocals), Bert Jansch (guitar/vocals), John Renbourn (guitar/vocals), Danny Thompson (double bass), and Cox (drums).
According to Far Out Magazine, before the band’s formation, Cox had already been working as a musician and live performer in London’s busy jazz club scene, which is where he met his future bandmate Thompson.
Per Discogs, as well as as performing on the aforementioned Elton John’s eponymous 1970 album, John’s 1971 record “Madman Across the Water,” and David Bowie’s eponymous 1969 album (which included the iconic “Space Oddity”), Cox also worked with the likes of the Bee Gees, Harold McNair, George Martin, Jade, and Rick Springfield.
The official Instagram account of Pentangle announced the sad news of his passing on March 24.
Terry Cox ‘Redefined the Boundaries of Folk, Jazz, and Beyond’
The post about Terry Cox’s passing on Pentangle’s Instagram account features a video of the band performing.
Its caption begins, “Terry Cox R.I.P. One of Pentangle’s five points of light – a drummer of rare instinct and imagination. Alongside Danny Thompson, he formed a rhythm section that redefined the boundaries of folk, jazz, and beyond.”
The caption concludes, “Our love and condolences go out to his family, friends, and all who knew him.”
Pentangle’s current roster comprises original vocalist Jacqui McShee, Spencer Cozens (keyboard), Alan Thomson (bass/guitar), and Gary Foote (flute/saxophone).
Pentangle’s Fans Hail ‘Amazing Drummer’ Cox
Pentangle’s followers took to the comments section of the post about Terry Cox’s passing to pay their respects to him and the band.
One Instagram user wrote, “Amazing drummer RIP Terry!”
Another follower wrote, “What an incredible sound.”
Someone else wrote, “Groove is on ❤️.”
Others simply left emojis, such as hearts and crying faces to express their love and sadness.
According to Pentangle’s official website, the band have five concerts scheduled this year. Four of them are in June. They’ll take place on June 10 in Barnoldswick, on June 11 in Preston, on June 12 in London, and on June 13 in Dublin. Their other planned concert will take place in Birmingham on September 6, at the popular Moseley Folk Festival.
May Terry Cox rest in eternal peace. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.
