Terry Reid, the British rock singer famed for turning down offers from Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple, has passed away at 75. Cleopatra Records confirmed Reid's death, although no cause was mentioned. He had been battling health issues and fundraising for treatment. Growing up in Cambridgeshire, Reid formed his first band as a teenager and went solo in 1967. He opted against joining Led Zeppelin, suggesting Jimmy Page hire Robert Plant and John Bonham instead. His solo career continued despite various challenges, including his album River's poor reception from Atlantic Records.
When the Jaywalkers split in 1967, Reid went solo, recorded early albums Bang, Bang You're Terry Reid and 1969's self-titled, and accepted an invitation to join the Rolling Stones on two forthcoming tours.
As Reid considered the offer to join Led Zeppelin, he watched Robert Plant and John Bonham perform as Band of Joy and suggested Page hire them instead.
Deep Purple repeatedly asked Reid to replace their outgoing lead singer the following year, but by then, Reid was focused on his solo career.
Reid's new album, River, delivered to Atlantic, saw little appeal due to its borderless mix of rock, blues, soul, funk, and Latin rhythms.
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