UFO Musician Paul Raymond Dies Saturday After Suffering Massive Heart Attack

LONDON, ENG. (THECOUNT) — Musicians reacted to the passing of Paul Raymond, UFO guitarist and keyboard player, who died early Saturday morning after suffering a massive heart attack. He was 73 years old.

Raymond’s professional career began in January 1964. He started out as a jazz musician but went on to become best known as a member of legendary British rock band UFO’s classic lineup alongside Phil Mogg, Michael Schenker, Andy Parker and Pete Way.

Raymond is also featured on classic records by CHICKEN SHACK and SAVOY BROWN as well as solo albums, plus those credited to PAUL RAYMOND PROJECT, reports BlabberMouth.

Raymond was recruited by UFO in 1976 to replace the band’s first keyboardist, Danny Peyronel. When Michael Schenker left UFO, Raymond joined Schenker’s MICHAEL SCHENKER GROUP and later hooked up with Pete Way in WAYSTED.

Raymond appeared on more than a dozen of UFO’s albums, including “Lights Out” and the live classic “Strangers In The Night”.

Posted by Pete Way on Saturday, April 13, 2019
“Literally, as my tribute to UFO show on Planet Rock was being broadcast, the news broke that Paul Raymond, their…

Posted by Def Leppard on Saturday, April 13, 2019
We are saddened to hear the news this morning of our friend and touring mate Paul Raymond of UFO’s sudden passing.

Posted by Saxon (Official) on Saturday, April 13, 2019
Judas Priest send their love to Paul Raymond, his family and fans. We played many shows with UFO and remember Paul as a brilliant musician and friend – may he rest in peace….

Posted by Judas Priest on Saturday, April 13, 2019
“I am very sad to hear of the passing of Paul Raymond of UFO. We were friends and he was an extremely talented musician and a real good guy. RIP” …….. Brian Wheat

Posted by Tesla the Band on Saturday, April 13, 2019
We woke up to the very sad news today that Paul Raymond passed away.

Posted by Count of Triangle, Sunday:
It was a pleasure touring with you including 5 nights at Chicago’s Vic Theater! RIP my friend.

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