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Sal Maida, Renowned Bassist Of Roxy Music And Sparks, Passes Away At 76

New York [US]: Sal Maida, the acclaimed bassist known for his work with Roxy Music, Sparks, and Milk ‘N’ Cookies, has passed away at the age of 76 in New York, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Cause of Death and Family Statement

Maida’s wife, Lisa Burns-Maida, confirmed that he passed away on February 1 due to complications from a fall he suffered in December, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter.

A Storied Career in Music

Throughout his illustrious career, Maida played alongside renowned artists and bands, including Ronnie Spector, The Runaways, Cracker/Camper Van Beethoven, Mary Weiss (The Shangri-Las), Annie Golden (The Shirts), and Velveteen.

Born on July 29, 1948, in New York, Salvatore Maida grew up in Manhattan, where his passion for music was ignited by the diverse sounds emanating from a jukebox beneath his window. He once reflected on this musical exposure, stating that he heard everything from “Frank Sinatra to the Stones, Motown, Ray Charles, The Beatles, and Dinah Washington,” as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter.

After earning a bachelor’s degree in economics from Fordham University, Maida traveled to London, where he worked in a record store. There, he met Roxy Music drummer Paul Thompson, which led to him joining the band’s Stranded Tour in 1973. A year later, he became a member of Milk ‘N’ Cookies, a short-lived but influential band that saw a resurgence in popularity when their music was reissued in the mid-2000s. The band briefly reunited and performed occasional shows through the 2010s.

Contributions to Sparks and Later Work

In 1976, Maida joined Sparks for their album Big Beat, further cementing his reputation in the rock music scene. In recent years, he hosted the radio show Spin Cycle, showcasing his love for music.

Memoir and Legacy

In 2017, Maida penned his memoir, “Four Strings, Phony Proof, and 300 45s,” published by HoZac Books. The title referenced his extensive collection of 45 RPM records. Recently, HoZac released an updated edition of the book, featuring an added section titled “Bottoms Up,” where Maida highlighted his favorite bassists from 1960-1970.

Maida’s influence on the music industry was profound, and his contributions will be remembered by fans and fellow musicians alike.

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