Legendary musician succumbs to cancer: 'He left an indelible mark'

"The Supertramp Partnership is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Supertramp founder Rick Davies after a long illness. We had the privilege of knowing him and playing together for over 50 years," the statement read.

He founded Supertrump in 1970.

Davies formed Supertramp in London with Roger Hodgson in 1970. They were later joined by Dougie Thomson, Bob Siebenberg, and John Helliwell. The band achieved international success with their third album, "Crime of the Century," released in 1974. Davies's signature track, "Bloody Well Right," became one of the band's best-known hits.

The band reached their commercial peak with the release of "Breakfast in America" ​​in 1979, which sold over 30 million copies worldwide. The album etched Supertramp into music history with international Top 10 hits like "The Logical Song," "Take the Long Way Home," and "Goodbye Stranger." The album earned them two Grammy Awards.

Davies's memorable songs include "Rudy," "Goodbye Stranger," "Ain't Nobody But Me," "From Now On," and "Just Another Nervous Wreck." He also collaborated with Roger Hodgson on several hits, including "It's Raining Again" and "Give a Little Bit."

He left the group in 1982

Hodgson left the band after the release of '...Famous Last Words...' in 1982. Davies remained Supertramp's leader, and the band continued to perform until 1988. The band reunited with the original lineup, sans Hodgson, in 1996 and continued to produce and tour until the 2002 album 'Slow Motion'.

Supertramp, who had planned to return to tour after a four-year hiatus in 2015, were forced to cancel the plan after Davies was diagnosed with multiple myeloma. This rare form of cancer develops in the bone marrow and attacks plasma cells. Davies' cause of death was also revealed as this type of cancer.

"HE LEFT AN INDLESS MARK"

"He left an indelible mark on rock music history as the voice and pianist behind some of Supertramp's most iconic songs, along with his partner Roger Hodgson. His soulful vocals and impeccable touch on the Wurlitzer became the heartbeat of the band's sound," the statement read.

"Beyond the stage, Rick was known for his warmth, resilience, and devotion to his wife of over five decades, Sue. After facing serious health issues that prevented him from touring as Supertramp, he enjoyed performing with his hometown friends as Ricky and the Rockets. Rick's music and legacy continue to inspire many and prove that great songs never die; they live on," the statement read.