Legendary Bassist Passes Away At 70

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The Passing Of An Icon

Today is truly a sad day in the world of rock music as we have just learned that iconic bassist and founding Bay City Rollers member Alan Longmuir has passed away at the age of 70. The news was broken via Alan’s official Facebook page with a ‘Statement on behalf of Eileen and the Longmuir family by Nik Rankin.’

Statement on behalf of Eileen and the Longmuir family by Nik Rankin.

Posted by Alan Longmuir on Monday, July 2, 2018

Alongside his younger brother Derek Longmuir, Alan started the Bay City Rollers in Edinburh, Scotland. The band first found success with a handful of hit singles such as “Remember (Sha-La-La-La)”, “Shang-a-Lang”, and “Summerlove Sensation” just to name a few. To this day, these and many other Bay City Rollers’ songs are covered and replayed constantly. This is a clear testament to Alan and the band’s legacy, and for that he will be missed.

The World Reacts

So sad to hear that Alan Longmuir from the Bay City Rollers has died.
Many people forget just how huge the Bay City Rollers were in the 70’s especially in the UK and America. Thanks for the music Alan. pic.twitter.com/R0qPpFlgOU

— Radio Dead (@radiodead247) July 2, 2018

ALAN LONGMUIR RIP
The Founder Of The Scottish Group 'Bay City Rollers' Has Died At 70. He Was Part Of A The "Tartan Teens Sensation From Edinburgh" And Had Hits all Over the World. The Bassist Died This Morning After A Short Illness.#AlanLongmuir pic.twitter.com/ITGsfvFHGa

— TONYINBHAM (@TT0121) July 2, 2018

Glam Fever are sad to hear of the death of Alan Longmuir from The Bay City Rollers. RIP ? #baycityrollers pic.twitter.com/K8TryQgag4

— Glam⭐️Fever (@Glamfeverband) July 2, 2018

1/6
Goodbye my friend
Having worked closely with Alan Longmuir for the last seven years I am devastated by the news he has left us this morning.#BayCityRollers pic.twitter.com/q7PmOb5GVU

— Líam Rudden ? (@LiamRudden) July 2, 2018

2/6
Alan was one of the most gentle, generous and kind-hearted people I have ever known. #BayCityRollers pic.twitter.com/WX5IY35yDd

— Líam Rudden ? (@LiamRudden) July 2, 2018

3/6
He touched the lives of everyone he met with a smile that made them feel special, insisting that despite his amazing adventures in life he was still just “a plumber from Edinburgh”. #BayCityRollers pic.twitter.com/CtP3JROtbW

— Líam Rudden ? (@LiamRudden) July 2, 2018

4/6
The original Bay City Roller may have gone but his legacy will live on through his music and his passion for life. pic.twitter.com/WzorA11S4Q

— Líam Rudden ? (@LiamRudden) July 2, 2018

5/6
I know whenever I hear a Bay City Rollers’ song, I’ll now be raising a wee dram with a tear in my eye thanking him for the time he allowed me to spend in his world. pic.twitter.com/SXLBjjnrtm

— Líam Rudden ? (@LiamRudden) July 2, 2018

6/6
Farewell Alan, thank you for trusting me to tell your story.
My heart breaks for his wife Eileen, brother and band mate Derek, his sisters Alice and Betty and all his family. pic.twitter.com/vx4XpeIPdF

— Líam Rudden ? (@LiamRudden) July 2, 2018

My thoughts and love are with the family of Alan Longmuir today, after his sad passing this morning. He was a kind and gentle man who will be fondly remembered. It’s been a pleasure Alan… https://t.co/fQA0QmCeJI

— Dan Guest (@danhoguest) July 2, 2018

Sad news today that Bay City Rollers bassist Alan Longmuir has died, aged 70. R.I.P. Alan pic.twitter.com/PzwuIc4MAX

— Absolute Radio 70s (@AbsoluteRadio70) July 2, 2018

A sad day today . My friend and Bay City Roller Alan Longmuir passed away this morning. I’m proud to have spent time with him. He was always fun to be with and loved the Band so much. He Ran with the Gang. R.i.P Alan .

— John Mclaughlin (@JohnIMclaughlin) July 2, 2018

Bay City Rollers guitarist Alan Longmuir has died at the age of 70. My thoughts are with his family, friends and band mates. Let us of a certain age remember him for all that he contributed to #70s music pic.twitter.com/SnNTvocAFh

— Guy Forshaw (@Supersonic70s) July 2, 2018

R.I.P. Alan Longmuir
Thanks for all the memories…#BayCityRoller #AlanLongmuir pic.twitter.com/8wQH3IhMYC

— Wolfgang McCartney (@wmofficial) July 2, 2018

So very sad to hear that founder of Bay City Rollers, Alan Longmuir, has died this am. We were just finishing a book together which he was so looking forward to. He was a lovely, modest man who was adored by those who knew him & so many who didn’t. #AlanLongmuir #BayCityRollers pic.twitter.com/O4sbc5WB4s

— Martin Knight (@MartinKnight_) July 2, 2018

Alan Longmuir of The Bay City Rollers has passed over to the big concert in the sky. Thank you for the wonderful music that lives on. Peace to the family. A wonderful guy who always said he was "just an Edinburgh plumber who got lucky." #BayCityRollers #RockAndRoll #peace #music pic.twitter.com/7yVcPTVcxA

— Randy Bachman (@RandysVinylTap) July 2, 2018

Thank You Alan Longmuir

It truly goes without saying that Alan was, is, and always will be a pillar to the rock & roll community. His work in creating one of the greatest bands in all of rock & roll has forever changed the landscape of music, and all for the better. Alan was one of the best, pure and simple. Rest in peace, Alan Longmuir, you will be missed!