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ORIGINAL guitarist and co-founder of Journey, George Tickner, has died at 76.
Neal Schon, another co-founding member of the iconic band behind the tune Don’t Stop Believin’, confirmed the news Thursday morning on Facebook.
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“Journey Junkies, I have some very sad news,” Schon wrote in a post.
“George Tickner, Journey’s original rhythm guitarist and songwriting contributor on their first three albums, has passed away.”
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“He was 76 years old,” the co-founder added.
Schon thanked Tickner for everything he contributed to Journey over the years and added a touching note about endless tributes for the guitarist.
“Godspeed, George… thank you for the music. We will be paying tribute to you on this page indefinitely,” he said.
“Our condolences to his family and friends, and to all past and present band members.”
Schon continued: “So heartbreaking.. I think we need to do a group hug, JJ’s.”
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