"The guitarist was one of the most influential musicians of all time, having led many notable artists to pursue a career in rock 'n' roll. Such guitarists as Anthrax's Scott Ian, Pearl Jam's Mike McCready, Rage Against the Machine's Tom Morello, and the late Dimebag Darrell have cited Frehley as one of the main reasons they picked up a guitar in the first place."
"In a tribute, Morello wrote, "My first guitar hero, Ace Frehley, has passed away. The legendary Space Ace Frehley inspired generations to love rock n roll and love rock n roll guitar playing." McCready shared similar sentiments, writing, "I would not have picked up a guitar without Ace and KISS's influence." Our condolences go out to Ace Frehley's family, friends, and bandmates during this difficult time. See the various tributes to the legendary Spaceman below."
Ace Frehley, founding guitarist of KISS, died at 74 after suffering a brain bleed following a fall at his studio. Tributes poured in from fellow musicians and friends. Frehley influenced generations of rock guitarists, with artists such as Scott Ian, Mike McCready, Tom Morello, and the late Dimebag Darrell citing him as a primary reason they took up the guitar. Tom Morello called Frehley his first guitar hero and praised his inspiration for generations to love rock and rock guitar playing. Mike McCready said he would not have picked up a guitar without Frehley and KISS. Messages expressed condolences to Frehley’s family, friends, and bandmates.
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