Dennis Bryon has sadly died at the age of 76 . The musician, who played with the Bee Gees between 1973 to 1981, died at his home in Nashville on Thursday, November 14. Musician Blue Weaver, who played with Dennis in the Welsh Rock group Amen Corner, announced his death on Facebook .
He wrote, "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." Dennis' death marks the second Bee Gees drummer to have died in the past month .
On Tuesday, the Best of Bee Gees announced Colin 'Smiley' Petersen had also died . Prince's sister Tyka Nelson's cause of death revealed after mystery illness forced her to skip show Cher says ex-husband 'took all her money' in tell-all memoir On social media, they wrote, "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," it continued, "Not sure how we can go on without his glowing smile and deep friendship.
We love you Col. Rest in Peace." Tributes have been pouring in for Dennis on social media.
One person posted on X, "The world has lost two iconic drummers in one week. Dennis Bryon drummer for the 70s Bee Gees and Colin Peterson, official member and drummer of the 60s Bee Gees. R.
I.P. gentleman.
Ho.
