Ray Shulman, guitarist and co-founder of legendary progressive rock band Gentle Giant, has died aged 73. He passed away on March 30, after a long illness, in London. Derek Shulman, Ray’s brother and bandmate, confirmed the news on Facebook.
Derek stated:
“It is with great sadness that I announce that Ray Shulman, my brother and best friend, passed away on March 30 at his home in London.” I was with him until the end as he battled a long illness. At least, I know he’s at peace now.”
Fans and music enthusiasts around the world were shocked to learn that Ray Shulman had passed away. He is survived by his wife Barbara Tanner, siblings Philip and band member Derek Shubhman.
After Gentle Giant disbanded in 1980, Ray Shulman continued to work as a composer.
Ray Shulman began his career in the mid-1960s starring in Simon Dupree and the Big Sound. Shulman provided vocals for the band, as well as bass guitar and violin. Shulman and his friends, his siblings Derek and Phil, founded Gentle Giant after Simon Dupree and Big Sound broke up in 1969.
Gentle Giant, the band’s second record, was released in 1970 and they quickly established themselves as one of the most artistically bold and innovative bands at the time. Their music includes rock, classical, jazz and folk components, as well as intricate rhythms, intricate vocal harmonies, and virtuosic instrumental performances.
Shulman has provided backing and lead vocals on many of the band’s songs while playing bass, violin, and a variety of other instruments. The Gentle Giant has toured the world, releasing 11 studio recordings and several live CDs. They are known for their lavish performances on stage, often featuring elaborate lighting, dramatic elements, and wardrobe twists. Shulman continued to work as a composer and studio guitarist after Gentle Giant disbanded in 1980. Electric Progression (1990), The World Inside (1999) and The Ray Shulman Project were among the his recordings. (2003). In recent years, he has participated in a number of recording projects and performed homage to the songs Gentle Giants.
Ray Shulman has been honored by fans around the world.
Shulman has gained widespread recognition for her efforts as a pianist. As news of the famous musician’s death spread, Twitter was flooded with condolences.
RIP: Ray Shulman What a terrible loss… pic.twitter.com/qqKyO6i92C
— Prog Corner (@TheProgCorner) April 1, 2023
RIP Ray Shulman. An extraordinary creative singer-songwriter and musician pic.twitter.com/O4AldvwVwz
– squid testicles (@squidnards) April 2, 2023
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Shulman’s band, Gentle Giant, have received critical acclaim and fame for their innovative music, regardless of their genre.
Here are some of the band’s notable awards and honors:
Gentle Giant received the Melody Maker fan vote for Best Music Group in 1976. The band received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Progressive Music Awards in 2015, the award recognizes their achievements in the progressive rock genre. In 2016, the band’s album Octopus was named one of the “50 Greatest Prog Rock Albums of All Time” by Rolling Stone. (1972).
Many performers and critics have praised The Gentle Giant over the years, and artists of various styles have cited him as an inspiration. Gentle Giant and their music are still loved by listeners and influenced the development of progressive rock and other styles.
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