Thompson dies

According to LED ZEPPELIN's official website (www.led-zeppelin.com), TONY THOMPSON, renowned drummer who performed with Jimmy Page, Robert Plant and John Paul Jones during the 1985 Live Aid reunion, passed away from cancer on November 12th. Thompson, who was an original member of CHIC and also played drums for POWER STATION, also rehearsed with the members of Led Zeppelin for a short-lived project in 1986. Those wishing to make a donation in Tony's name can do so at: www.tonythompsonfund.com.

Via: Hard News

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