Tom Verlaine dead at 73: Legendary guitarist for the band Television has died

Legendary punk guitarist Tom Verlaine has died aged 73.

Verlaine was the lead singer, lyricist and guitarist for the punk rock band Television.

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Tom Verlaine is a stage name – said to refer to the French symbolist poet Paul Verlaine.

Television was an integral part of the local New York rock scene.

The band never achieved national fame, but their deep lyrics made them a favorite among rock lovers.

The band recorded two albums before disbanding.

He also released eight solo albums from 1979 to 1992.

Verlaine’s confluence of poetic lyrics and musicianship made him a star in the rock community.

Jesse Paris Smith, the daughter of Verlaine’s ex Patti Smith, announced the musician’s death.

She said the guitar she played died “after a short illness”.

Patti Smith – a musician and poet – has reportedly had a romantic relationship with Verlaine in the past.

The romance began after the two met in the New York punk rock scene.

The two have collaborated on several projects throughout their careers.

On his 69th birthday, Smith wrote a tribute to Verlaine on Instagram: “There is none like Tom, who synthesizes Coltranesque improvisation, surf music and Sufi-like mysticism to form his unique style, which is characterized by the masterful use of tremolo time his Fender Jazz is highlighted. Master.”

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