Tributes are continuing for St. Louis drummer Bobby Taylor, a longtime fixture of the city's rock scene, who died this week at 58 after a years-long battle with cancer.
Taylor played in many local bands over the years, according to St. Louis media reports. Vice reports he was diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma in 2021.
His wife, Jami, announced his death on Facebook. She wrote that he fought until the very end and that even hospice nurses were amazed by his determination. She also said she believes they will be together again one day.
Local music group Jamming.LIVE STL remembered him as a powerhouse on the kit and a kind soul who loved his wife deeply. Its tribute added that "the beat he left in our hearts will never fade."
His bandmates in Foreplay also shared a statement. They said the original lineup is mourning a brother and friend, and that his arrival felt like finding the missing piece of a puzzle.
Fans and fellow musicians have also been sharing memories of Taylor's energy on stage. Local outlets including FOX 2 and STLtoday have covered the loss.
For readers who love music, Psalm 150 calls us to praise God "with the clash of cymbals," a reminder that every beat played with passion can honor Him. (Psalm 150:5, NIV - "clash of cymbals" is a short quote; paraphrase if you prefer.)
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