“It’s always great” coming back to perform on Long Island, drummer Carmine Appice said. “We have a lot of old friends. … It’s really a homecoming.” ...

John Sykes died from cancer at age 65. The guitarist played for both Thin Lizzy and Whitesnake before joining Blue Murder with Tony Franklin and drummer Carmine Appice.

After Whitesnake, Sykes formed Blue Murder with Tony Franklin and Carmine Appice, releasing a self-titled debut in 1989. Despite critical praise, commercial success proved elusive.

British guitarist John Sykes, best known for his work with rock bands Thin Lizzy and Whitesnake, has died at the age of 65.

After leaving Whitesnake and returning to the UK, Sykes formed the supergroup Blue Murder featuring Tony Franklin and Carmine Appice.

British guitarist John Sykes, best known for his work with rock bands Thin Lizzy and Whitesnake, has died aged 65 “after a hard fought battle with cancer,” according to a statement on his website.

British guitarist John Sykes, best known for his work with rock bands Thin Lizzy and Whitesnake, has died at the age of 65.

By partnering with Pat Travers Band, Carmine Appice, and Helix, BodyThredz offers fans exclusive access to branded apparel that connects them directly with their favorite rock legends.

By partnering with Pat Travers Band, Carmine Appice, and Helix, BodyThredz offers fans exclusive access to branded apparel that connects them directly with their favorite rock legends.

BodyThredz is proud to announce their partnership agreements with three more iconic rock legends—Pat Travers Band, Carmine Appice, and Helix—further solidifying their presence at the ...