News about Jeff Beck

There have been a number of alleged alien encounters in which witnesses described the clothing, or attire, of the beings they met. Perhaps the most famous to date was that of civil rights activists Betty and Barney Hill, who claimed to have been abducted in rural New Hampshire in September 1961. In their first description of the alien, Barney described figures 'of human form dressed in shiny black uniforms and black caps with peaks or bills on them. The uniforms were like glossy leather'. The case became famous because the couple underwent post-abduction hypnosis by Dr Benjamin Simon, an expert in therapeutic hypnosis who had used it extensively to treat military personnel during World War II.

The influential rock musician died at the age of 78 in January of last year after contracting bacterial meningitis. Jeff rose to fame as part of the Yardbirds where he replaced Eric Clapton before forming the Jeff Beck Group with Rod Stewart . A year and a half after his death, records have shown that his massive estate was valued at £27,604,802 - all of which he left to his second wife Sandra. The pair married in 2005 in Tunbridge Wells when he was 61 and Sandra was 41, with Sir Paul McCartney among the guests.

Johnny Depp played guitar for Andrea Bocelli during the world-renowned tenor's three-day concert extravaganza in Italy, celebrating his 30th anniversary in music.  The Donnie Brasco star, 61, graced the stage alongside Maestro Bocelli, 65, at Teatro del Silenzio, an open air amphitheater in the city of Lajatico - Bocelli's hometown - in clips shared to the singing sensation's Instagram Stories.   The dynamic duo honored the late Jeff Beck as they performed 'En Aranjuez Con Tu Amor', a song they originally played together back in 2020, when Depp and Jeff visited Andrea, as per TMZ.

An elderly rock musician who was hauled before court after he pretended to shoot himself in the head whilst dancing with his wife has been cleared of wrongdoing. Raymond Keam, 69, (left) claimed he was copying guitar legend Jeff Beck (right) during one of his stage routines when he put his fingers to his head and simulated a trigger motion after messing up his dance moves in front of his wife Joy, 70 at their home in Runcorn, Cheshire. But the guitar player and teacher was reported to police shortly after, as next-door neighbour Joy Lomax (inset) who had installed CCTV cameras saw the footage of the gag and took it as a 'threat.' At Warrington magistrates court, Keam admitted carrying out the stunt but was cleared of two charges of threatening behaviour after insisting he had no intention of alarming anyone. He faced up to six months in jail if convicted.

His last album received Grammy Awards, Brit Awards, and a spot on most people's Spotify playlists. Harry Styles has returned to the studio recording new music for what is expected to be his most 'emotional' project to date, according to the Mail. In recent weeks, stepping inside Rak music studios in St John's Wood near Regent's Park in Regent's Wood has been exhausting at work. Jeff Beck, Donovan, Suzi Quatro, and Kim Wilde, among others, founded the studios in 1976, according to English record producer Mickie Most, who was known for his Animal hits, among others. He was also a recording engineer, record label manager, and TV producer. Natalie Hayes, Mr Most's daughter, after he died in 2003 at the age of 64, took over the studios, helping it win studio of the year in 2014, 2015, and 2017.

There have been some outstanding band names selected by similarly famous artists throughout history of popular music from The Clash to Led Zeppelin. Anybody who has played an instrument and wished to form a band will know how difficult it is to find a band name that keeps every member happy. There have been some downright bizarre choices, including Chumbawamba and Limp Bizkit, as well as famous names. So, what exactly are the reasons behind popular band names?

Johnny Depp's 60th birthday was off to a rocky start on his 60th birthday, including an emotional tribute to late friend Jeff Beck. On Thursday evening, the Hollywood actor appeared with his band for the first time since being forced to postpone a string of concerts due to an ankle injury. His return, which happened just hours before his 60th birthday, should have been something to celebrate. But rather, he used the occasion to honor longtime buddy and collaborator Beck, who died earlier this year at the age of 78 after suffering bacterial meningitis. Beck's sudden death, which reportedly left the actor 'completely distraught,' was just the latest challenge that Johnny has had to tackle. His troubles began early in life, with his 'absent' father and an abusive mother at just 11 years old, with his ascension to fame rooted in desperation after he ran out of money. However, in the years since the actor's on-screen prowess, he has also lived a turbulent love life, including the dramatic defamation trial involving ex Amber Heard that influenced his on-screen prowess. FEMAIL has bared the tumultuous life of Johnny.

Johnny Depp, a member of the band Hollywood Vampires, has postponed the American leg of his band's forthcoming tour due to a traumatic, lower-body injury. After tweaking his ankle while promoting his film, Jeanne Du Barry, at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this month, a source told TMZ that the 59-year-old actor'stressed it more as attempting to drive through' at a tribute show for his late friend Jeff Beck. The father-of-two's 'ankle is fractured, and his medical team has asked him not to fly for the foreseeable future,' an insider informs the paper.' This means Edward Scissorhands actor Edward Scissorhands will be unable to appear at the Hollywood Vampires' next three performances, which will be held in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and New York in June. Depp and his bandmates, Alice Cooper and Joe Perry, announced on their Instagram page that they had to reschedule their first three US tour dates.

Johnny Depp is being forced to rest after a fractured ankle injury has drastically changed his summer plans. This summer, the 59-year-old actor had been planning around the clock to perform a series of live shows with his band, the Hollywood Vampires, throughout North America. However, at least three of those shows have been postponed, as doctors continue to press Depp to limit out exposure and rest a hairline fractured ankle.

After appearing at the first on Monday in honor of the rock guitarist, who died on January 10 at the age of 78, the artist, 78, attended the second tribute concert at the Royal Albert Hall. A slew of celebrity guests, including Australian model Elle, 59, attended the two-day festival, which also saw Johnny Depp and Ronnie Wood perform.

After taking the stage for Jeff Beck's star-studded tribute concert, Rod Stewart and his wife Penny Lancaster led the actors back from London's Royal Albert Hall. After he tragically died in January at the age of 78, some of the finest and brightest in music descended on the capital to honor the late rocker with a spectacular performance. Penny jumped into a waiting car with husband Rod after she appeared on the show in a chic green satin zebra print dress.

On Monday, Johnny Depp appeared on the stage at the Royal Albert Hall in London at the star-studded Jeff Beck tribute concert. With an unforgettable appearance, the Donnie Brasco 59 honored the legendary rock guitarist - who died on January 10 at the age of 78 - and his late pal, Angela Leandro. After his recent chic appearance at the Cannes Film Festival in France, Depp returned to his signature rocker look for the evening.

Beck, a 78-year-old man, ordered the Fender Stratocaster, also known as the 'graffiti yellow' model, in the exact shade of the iconic vehicle featured in the hit film American Graffiti. Suzy O'Hara's uncle taught her the guitar in exchange for him teaching her the guitar during a two-year relationship. The two met at Beck's 50th birthday party. 'I went rather reluctantly along with a friend who was teaching me saxophone in my spare time, but I was also attending the party,' recalled Ms O'Hara, who retired as a long-distance pilot with Virgin last February. I'd never heard of Jeff Beck.' He came bounding up to me, and we had a long and amiable chat. A week later, his boss rang the flying club at Biggin Hill [in Kent] and asked if I could personally teach him flying lessons.'

Amber Heard was seen relaxed in her new Spanish home just recently after taking a walk around Madrid with her young daughter and a friend. When walking down a city street late last week, the 37-year-old actress was seen chatting with a friend and also apparently making a phone call. In addition, she carried a seated scooter carrying her daughter Oonagh, two years old, with an apparent caregiver.

In a deal that valued the entire business at £325 million, it was established last month. All Marshall brands were bought by Zound for an undisclosed sum, as well as a share. Despite the company being headquartered in Stockholm, Jeremy de Maillard, who will lead the expanded company, said he was "fully committed to the presence in the UK."

Paul O'Grady's 'unexpected but peaceful' death on March 28, 2023, has welcomed yet another well-loved celebrity, as well as Mystic Meg, Lisa Marie Presley and Steve Mackey. Paul O'Grady, who rose to fame as trailblazing comedy drag performer Lily Savage before becoming one of the country's top-loved TV presenters and DJs, died at the age of 67. O'Grady became a household name in the early naughts, known for his wit and admiration of animals, and he produced a number of television shows, including his own-titled daytime chat show, The Paul O'Grady Show, which premiered in 2004. In a tweet announcing his death right before 3 a.m., Andre Portasio, who married O'Grady in 2017, paid tribute to his 'humour, wit, and compassion.'

After beating 71 other towns to be named the UK's Best Place to live, locals in Wadhurst were eager to praise the East Sussex town for its community spirit today. The little market town of less than 5,000 residents sells "pretty much everything" for modern life in miniature," according to the Sunday Times' judges. Davina McCall, who sold her Grade II-listed house in the town for £6.25 million in 2019 after ten years of living there for ten years, is one of the town's most popular faces to have lived. Jeff Beck, a guitar legend who died in January at the age of 78, also lived in Wadhurst. A community's 'friendly and supportive' population as well as a 'family orientated' feel were among the town's residents who spoke with MailOnline on the streets today. Helen Geraghty (right) is a retired journalist who moved to Blackheath, South East London, 20 years ago, but it became prohibitively expensive. Anneka Desrosiers (top), 37, grew up in Wadhurst and now runs Southern Cross Travel, a travel agent based in the village where her mother established in 1986. Aubrey Knight (bottom), 35, is the manager of La Petite France's cafe, and he lauded the community spirit. Natasha Pope (left) praised the town's 'family-friendly' vibe. 'I love all the candy shops' Isaac,' her three-year-old son said.'

After dying in January aged 78, guitarist Eric Clapton will perform two concerts paying tribute to his former Yardbirds bandmate Jeff Beck. Johnny Depp and Sir Rod Stewart are among the celebrities scheduled to appear as part of the Royal Albert Hall tribute. Beck, a pioneering and influential rock guitarist, died in January after suffering from bacterial meningitis.

Lily Rose Depp's debut for i-D magazine has gone topless, with only two pair of unbuttoned Chanel blue jeans on the front. Lily sizzled in her chic and sexy photoshoot shoot, photo by Karim Sadli and styled by Alastair McKimm, and gave the magazine a very candid interview. Vanessa Paradis and Johnny Depp's 23-year-old daughter - who recently lost his close friend Jeff Beck - admitted to being 'careful' about the nepo baby phenomenon.

Sir Rod Stewart has revealed a series of limited summer shows following his appearances around the UK in 2022. On Saturday, the legendary entertainer will begin his six-date tour at Home Park Stadium in Plymouth and will conclude with an unmissable show at Edinburgh Castle on Thursday. The UK Summer Tour dates are part of his Global Hits Tour, and it will be packed with show-stopping classics and fan favorites from his nearly two decades-spanning career.

ALISON BOSHOFF: Beck, 78, died suddenly in January after suffering from bacterial meningitis. His funeral was last Friday, and it has been reported that he was buried the following day in an unusual ''certificate' service in his gardens in Wadhurst, East Sussex. Sandra, Paddy and Depp's dog, told the time. According to reports, the 59-year-old actor is still living in Wadhurst's post-funeral. Sandra and her friendship with Jeff are praised by family members. I'm told, there was genuine love between the two guys, and Johnny had a great admiration for him and his talent.'

After the late pop star was left out of the In Memoriam segment of the 65th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday, Aaron Carter fans became outraged. Loretta Lynn, Takeoff, Christine McVie, Lisa Marie Presley, DJ Stephen 'Twitch' Boss, Naomi Judd, Moses Newton-John, Coolio, David Crosby, among many others, was among the lengthy emotional tributes to musical artists, composers, and executives who died this year.

This week, Sir Rod Stewart paid homage to Jeff Beck after attending the late guitarist's funeral in South London. The musician, 78, wrote a heartfelt letter to go alongside a stunning display of flowers, which he carried with him to the funeral. The Forever Young singer said that performing alongside Jeff was a "privilege."

R: Johnny Depp, Sir Rod Stewart, Sir Tom Jones, Sir Tom Jones, and Ronnie Wood all arrived to say their goodbyes to one of rock's all time greats, Jeff Beck (inset) at his funeral on Friday. The late singer was laid to rest at St Mary's Church in Beddington with a raucous crowd of rock royalty gathered to pay their final respects. After suffering from chronic bacterial meningitis, Beck died 'peacefully' on January 11, aged 78.