Dennis Bryon has died at the age of 76. His death marks the second Bee Gees drummer to pass away in the past week. The musician played alongside the band between 1973 to 1981 and died in Nashville on Thursday, November 14.
His death came just four days before the death of Colin 'Smiley' Petersen who died at the age of 78. Dennis' passing was announced by fellow musician Blue Weaver, who played with him in the Welsh Rock group Amen Corner. On Facebook , he announced: "I am lost for words at the moment.
.. Dennis has passed away.
Kayte, Dennis’s wife has just called me and asked if I would let all friends and fans know. This was such a shock. Dennis has been my friend, since we were in our first band together age 15.
His great drumming will always Stay Alive." Andy Fairweather Low confirmed the sad news. In 2003, founding member of Bee Gees, Maurice Gibb passed away.
Nine years later, his brother Robin died. On Tuesday, the Best of Bee Gees announced Colin's death in a statement which read: "It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of our dear friend Colin 'Smiley' Petersen. He enriched our lives and bound our group with love, care and respect.
Not sure how we can go on without his glowing smile and deep friendship. We love you Col. Rest in Peace.
" Petersen was the original drummer for the iconic band and played a huge part in the group's early success. Among some of the classic tunes he was a contributor to included To Love Somebody and Words. His time with the group .