THE VENTURES Founder BOB BOGLE 1934-2009
Founding member of The Ventures, Bob Bogle passed away on Sunday, June 14th at the age of 75, following a long battle with non-Hodgkins lymphoma. Not only was Bogle a world famous guitarist, but he was also considered one of the architects of the fabled early Tacoma, WA rock & roll scene, as well as modern instrumental surf music. Formed in 1958, The Ventures' earned worldwide success with hits like "Walk Don't Run", "The Ninth Wave", "Diamond Head", the "Hawaii Five-0" theme, and countless others. Though Bob Bogle quit performing regularly after his diagnosis, the band's popularity continues to this day. The Ventures were deservedly inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame on March 10, 2008.
Posted on The Ventures' official website: It is with profound sadness and grief that we must inform Ventures' fans all over the world that Bob Bogle passed away on Sunday, June 14. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bob's family at this terrible time, especially his beloved wife, Yumi, who has been the light of his life for so many years. The Ventures' members are completely devasted, and share the pain of this loss with all our friends and fans.
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