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Tommy DeCarlo, Boston’s Lead Singer, Dies at 60

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Tommy DeCarlo dies at age 60 – Tommy DeCarlo, the lead vocalist of classic rock group Boston, passed away on Monday at 60, as reported by his family. [1]

Family confirms death after brain cancer – His children Annie, Talia and Tommy Jr. shared on Facebook and Instagram that he had been fighting brain cancer diagnosed last September, and they asked fans to respect their privacy. [2]

Boston band posts online death notice – Boston announced his death on their official website, displaying an image commemorating DeCarlo. [3]

DeCarlo recruited after Myspace tribute to Delp – While working at a Home Depot in North Carolina, DeCarlo posted a tribute song to late Boston singer Brad Delp on Myspace; after an initial polite rejection, guitarist Tom Scholz recognized his vocal similarity and invited him to a tribute concert, then to join the band. [1]

Nearly two decades with Boston, later formed DECARLO – He toured with Boston for almost 20 years, contributed vocals to the 2013 album Life, Love and Hope, and later created the band DECARLO with his son, releasing two solo albums. [1]

  • Family statement (Facebook post): “After being diagnosed with brain cancer last September, he fought with incredible strength and courage right up until the very end… During this difficult time, we kindly ask that friends and fans respect our family’s privacy as we grieve and support one another.” – Tommy DeCarlo’s children, Annie, Talia, and Tommy Jr. [2]
  • Tommy DeCarlo (band biography): “It wasn’t like I was trying to sing like Brad, it was just that I loved to sing along with him.” – DeCarlo describing his approach to joining Boston. [1]

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