In a 2008 interview with The Denver Post, Cocker spoke of his love for his adopted Colorado home. Its really sad to hear about Joes passing, he said. ", Another to pay tribute on Twitter was singer-songwriter Frank Turner, who wrote: "Wow. One of a kind voice. Joe Cocker has died at age 70 The husky-voiced English singer, whose rise to fame was buoyed by his 1969 Woodstock performance, has succumbed after long battle with lung cancer By George Varga. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Cocker catapulted to fame in the U.K. in 1968. He received a Grammy in 1983 for "Up Where We Belong," a duet with Jennifer Warnes and in 2007, was awarded an Order of the British Empire for his contribution to music. Did you encounter any technical issues? And once you get into that downward spiral, its hard to pull out of it. He was 70. Sir Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr have led the tributes to rock and blues singer Joe Cocker, who has died at the age of 70 . Apple Music Rock Sony Music said in a statement: John Robert Cocker, known to family, friends, his community and fans around the world as Joe Cocker, passed away on 22 December 2014 after a hard-fought battle with small-cell lung cancer His international success as a blues/rock singer began in 1964 and continues till this day., Rock songwriter and musician Peter Frampton said: So sad to hear of Joe Cockers passing. His farm is named the Mad Dog Ranch, after his album Mad Dogs and Englishmen. 22 December 2014 (aged 70) John Robert Cocker OBE (20 May 1944 - 22 December 2014), better known as Joe Cocker, was an English rock singer. Cocker, a blues and rock singer, was arguably best known for his cover of With A Little Help From My Friends, which he performed in a famously erratic fashion at Woodstock. Known for his gravely voice and spasmodic body movements while performing, Cocker began his musical career in the early 60s asVance Arnold in the group Vance Arnold and the Avengers. But there was no rehab back in those days. English blues and rock singer Joe Cocker died from small-cell lung cancer seven years ago today at 70 years old. May you find comfort knowing that life continues forever in heaven even as the memories shared live forever in our hearts. Cocker is survived by his wife, Pam; his brother, Victor Cocker; his stepdaughter, Zoey Schroeder; and two grandchildren. His last concert was in Hammersmith in June this year. The legend was arguably best known for his cover of the Beatles song With a Littler Help From My Friends, which was the theme song to the hit show The Wonder Years. Learn more about merges. Although Cocker unfortunately lost his battle with cancer, the legendary musician was able to live a very full life with a decades-long successful career, thanks to his wife who got him back on his feet from drug and alcohol indulgences. Born John Robert Cocker in 1944, he was raised in Sheffield, the youngest son of a civil servant. A long time resident of the US, Cocker and his wiferesided at a ranch in Colorado. Reports say the rocker loved by many, died today after a hard fought battle with lung cancer. ", Cocker, who was born John Robert Cocker in 1944, rose to fame in the 1960s when he covered "With a Little Help From My Friends" by the Beatles. Read about our approach to external linking. Search above to list available cemeteries. And will be dearly missed by family, friends, and everyone. English Singer Joe Cocker was born John Robert Cocker on 20th May, 1944 in Sheffield, Yorkshire, England and passed away on 22nd Dec 2014 Crawford, Colorado aged 70. He always brought light to every room entered. He performed the song at the famous Woodstock Festival in New York state a year later. The singer told the Daily Mail in 2013 that by the 1970s his descent into drugs and alcohol had become so severe that he sometimes forgot the lyrics to songs. Next post: Casey Kasem finally laid to rest. Cocker, an interpreter more than a writer, became a. Joe created nearly 40 albums and toured extensively around the globe. One of the most legendary voices in blues rock, Joe Cocker, has died at the age of 70. Besides a tour to Germany with Eric Clapton and Joe Cocker, Tina Turner released his song, "On Silent Wings" in 1996, which reached #24 on the charts. A Warner Bros. ", Wakeman told BBC Radio 2: "The great thing is with someone like Joe is what they leave behind, and that will be with us for years and years. Would love your thoughts, please comment. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. -- Legendary rock star Joe Cocker has died, his agent confirmed to the BBC. Shari Theismann heard the news in Chicago, where she had gone to talk with WLS, the ABC-affiliated station, about a . They didnt like to talk about it too much, but they did a ton for the community. The really high end, because those years of drinking and smoking took their toll. He later went on to establish a successful solo career. Im amazed that hes not yet, but Im throwing in my vote for Joe Cocker. You can watch the clip of Joels tribute below: He was native of Sheffield, England. Joe Cocker is pictured performing on May 15, 2013 in Paris. appreciated. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Failed to delete memorial. Joe Cocker was born 5/20/1944 in Sheffield, England where he lived until his early 20s. Anyone who ever saw him live will never forget him. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. We have estimated You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. Neilia Hunter Biden (July 28, 1942 - December 18, 1972) was an American teacher and the first wife of Joe Biden, the 46th and current president of the United States. He is survived by his wife Pam Baker Cocker and step-daughter Zoey Schroeder. Cocker, an interpreter more than a writer,. R., In a testament to Cockers widespread influence, other musicians from singer Ronan Keating to American rapper Lupe Fiasco and British rock band the Darkness also took to social media to pay their respects. (Reuters) - Joe Cocker, the raspy-voiced, Grammy-winning singer best known for his cover of the Beatles' "With a Little Help from My Friends" and "You Are So Beautiful . ", Bryan Adams tweeted: "Joe Cocker has died. The British musician, who emerged during the Woodstock era, was best known for his. He is a member of famous Soundtrack with the age 70 years old group. Updated 2023 BBC. 23 Dec 2014. He was very generous with his time with anybody, it didnt matter who it was.. Rock won't ever sound the same. Died. Cocker, who recorded 23 studio albums and 40 albums, lived in Colorado, in the US. I think he should be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Joe, along with Candy and Jamie return to find the house on fire. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. He loved listening to music from a young age and was influenced by the singers Ray Charles and Lonnie Donegan. Wife of singer Joe Cocker. Opinion: Colorado farms going fallow? ", 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events. John Robert Cocker (The Sheffield Soul Shouter, The One and Only), Pam Baker (11 October1987 - 22 December2014)( his death). Sir Paul said he would be "forever grateful" to Cocker for turning With A Little Help From My Friends into a "soul anthem". 2014: Joe Cocker, England singer-songwriter whose hits include "With a Little Help From My Friends" and "You Are So Beautiful," dies at 70. John Robert "Joe" Cocker 70 (1944 - 2014) This is the grave site of John Robert "Joe" Cocker. It was Pam who helped me get myself back together, he said. Try again later. The singer had performed live as recently as last year. Cocker, who started off playing to small audiences in pubs in his native England, gained fame when he jolted the 1969 Woodstock festival with his high-powered version of the Beatles' "With a Little Help From My Friends" -- one of rock's most . Cocker, an interpreter more than a writer . Pam Baker, a Santa Barbara, California summer camp director (and Cocker fan), convinced Fonda to lend him the house. In a musical career lasting more than 50 years, Joe Cocker, who has died of lung cancer aged 70, bounced between the euphoria of chart-topping success and the misery of drug and alcohol. His London-based agent, Barrie Marshall, said Cocker died Monday of lung cancer in Colorado, where he has lived for the past two decades. His death, aged 70, was confirmed by Barrie Marshall, his agent for more than 30 years, who said Cocker was without a doubt the greatest rock/soul voice ever to come out of Britain and remained the same man throughout his life. Incredible singer. Irish pop star Ronan Keating wrote: So sad to hear of Joe Cocker passing. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Make sure that the file is a photo. A unique soul with a great personality has an amazing sense of humor, diligent and caring. Died: 22 Decembe4, 2014, in Colorado, United States, aged 70. Ive never felt like Ive had the freedom that I have here., Jesse Paul: 303-954-1733, jpaul@denverpost.com or twitter.com/JesseAPaul. His final concert was in Hammersmith, London, in June 2014. I mean really loved him. Joe Cocker died from lung cancer on December 22, 2014 in Crawford, Colorado. He said of Pam, his second wife: It was Pam who helped me get myself back together. To everybody, it was just Joe. Cocker staged a successful comeback in the 1980s that saw his 1983 duet with Jennifer Warnes, Up Where We Belong, earn him a Grammy and an Academy award for best original song as the theme to the film An Officer and A Gentleman. In 2007 he was awarded the OBE by the Queen of England. In 2007 he was awarded the OBE by the Queen of England. I am devasted at the tragic news of Joes passing. Learn more about managing a memorial . We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. He last released an album, "Fire It Up," in 2012 and had been performing live last year. Great voice & spirit. Try again later. The couple did not have children. I knew him through the years as a good mate, and I was so sad to hear that he had been ill and really sad to hear today that he had passed away.. MONTE-CARLO, MONACO - AUGUST 05: Joe Cocker performs during the 63rd Red Cross Ball at the Sporting Monte-Carlo on August 5, 2011 in Monte . To use this feature, use a newer browser. He was awarded the OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in the 2007 Queen's Birthday Honours List for his services to music. 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