It’s a sad day for fans of the legendary Detroit band MC5. The band’s co-founder and guitarist, Wayne Kramer, died on Friday, according to a post from his official Instagram.
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The band was formed in Detroit in 1963 and had a huge influence on not only the garage rock scene in Detroit, but rock and roll music in general. Kramer founded the band alongside fellow guitarist and legend Fred “Sonic” Smith, the late husband of punk icon Patti Smith.
The band found success in 1968 with their first album, “Kick Out The Jams,” which was recorded live at Detroit’s Grande Ballroom.
While they were never as successful as their 1960 counterparts like The Rolling Stones and others, their influence on punk and rock music is seen everywhere.
MC5 has never been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, despite being on the nomination ballot countless times.
Kramer was 75. This is an ongoing story, check back for updates.