Iconic rocker Terry Reid, known as ‘Superlungs’ due to his powerful singing voice, has died at the age of 75.
The singer, who famously turned down the chance to be in both Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple, was forced to cancel a number of shows last month due to medical issues arising from recent treatment for cancer.
It has now been confirmed that Reid has died due to complications from cancer.
An announcement was shared on social media in early July, stating: ‘Due to medical issues arising from recent treatment for cancer, Terry has had to postpone his autumn 2025 UK, Irish, and Norwegian tour.
‘Terry is especially upset about this as his 2024 tour was so successful and he had been looking forward to playing some new towns and venues plus old faves, as well as his first ever dates in Norway.’
Born on 13 November 1949 in St Neots, Huntingdonshire, Reid emerged in the early 1960s as frontman of Peter Jay & The Jaywalkers.
He rose to prominence after supporting the Rolling Stones on their 1966 British tour, quickly gaining attention for his powerful vocals and commanding stage presence.
The singer would also go on to tour with Cream, Fleetwood Mac, and Jethro Tull throughout the 60s.
Reid was a trailblazing part of the London music scene during that decade, and was close friends with Jimi Hendrix, with whom he often played.
Despite being offered the vocalist spot for the newly formed Led Zeppelin by Jimmy Page and a chance to front Deep Purple with Ritchie Blackmore, Reid opted to pursue his own path.
Instead of joining either band, he recommended Robert Plant (and even John Bonham) to Page – decisions that ultimately shaped rock music’s trajectory.
Throughout his career, Reid released seven studio albums, including the 1976 cult classic Seeds of Memory.
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