from expressandstar.com
World-famous Whitesnake guitarist Mel Galley is seriously ill with cancer, the 59-year-old Staffordshire musician has revealed today.
The rock legend from Cannock has broken the devastating news to friends that he only has a short time to live after recently being diagnosed with the disease. It comes just a month before the star was due to take to the stage again with a new band after years away from the spotlight. Mel said: “It happens, but I’ve had a fantastic life.
“I have been very lucky. I have seen some great bands, and played with many great musicians.”
“And I have enjoyed some tremendous experiences. I am thankful that I can say a proper goodbye to all the friends I have made, who are now rallying round me.”
Full story here.
Last year I couldn't believe that one of my music heros, Mel Galley, had actually began to correspond with me after I left a note to him on myspace.
I feel like this is my new friend although, I feel I have known Mel for 30+ years, he just now knows me! I would hear from Mel at least once a month over the past year and this news makes me very sad, it sounds even worse than I had feared after reading the above article. I've made sure to include Mel's name in every prayer I ever say now and hope to hear from you again my friend. Your fan and friend , Barry
Posted by: Barry | March 04, 2008 at 10:05 PM
hi mel do you remember me margaret thorpe we lived next door to each other for so many years . my mom sends all her love to you so do i keep on going mel always love you xxx
Posted by: MARGARET DAVIES | March 10, 2008 at 04:14 PM
love you mel this is margaret thorpe and joyce thorpe x
Posted by: MARGARET DAVIES | March 10, 2008 at 04:16 PM