We Asked Him! In May 2002 the band released Three Dog Night with The London Symphony Orchestra. Mar 11, 2015 at 7:47 pm. Floyd Sneed, the Canadian drummer who powered a string of 1970s hits with Three Dog Night and provided backup vocals for one of the band's biggest hits, died January 27. Three Dog Night singer Cory Wells dies at age 74. He was in a band called the "Calgary Shades" that included his pianist older brother Bernie Sneed (19402016). Longtime bandmate Danny Hutton said that Wells died unexpectedly Tuesday in Dunkirk, New York. THREE DOG NIGHT recorded the music of the best (and mostly undiscovered) new songwriters of that time including Harry Nilsson, Randy Newman, Elton John, Laura Nyro, Paul Williams and Hoyt Axton among many others. As his official biography notes, the rhythm section in Three Dog Night became as well known for its driving force and the beat as the three lead vocals were. Sneed continued with the band until 1974, returning in the 80s when the band reunited. Danny Hutton/Spouse. He soon began performing in the Vancouver area as part of Chong's band, Little Daddy and the Bachelors. Watch them perform Black and White in 1972. He will be greatly missed by all of us in the band and the many musicians, artists and others he inspired throughout his life.. Redwood was briefly poised to be one of the first artists signed to the Beach Boys' Brother Records. In early 1985, keyboardist Rick Seratte (formerly of Poco and later with Whitesnake and others) filled in for Greenspoon, who was ill, and the band hit the road with a revised lineup that included Seratte, Steve Ezzo, bassist Scott Manzo and drummer Mike Keeley. Sadly, he said he cannot imagine ever working with Hutton or Wells ever again. The album was recorded in Los Angeles and in London at Abbey Road Studios and includes two new songs: "Overground" and "Sault Ste. On 10 September, 2018, he wrote on Twitter, "I wuz [sic] nuts about Huttons girlfriend. Floyd Sneed, the Canadian drummer who powered a string of 1970s hits with Three Dog Night and provided backup vocals for one of the band's biggest hits, died January 27. His place at the keyboards was taken by Eddie Reasoner who had substituted for him when he took ill in mid-2014. In 1993, Three Dog Night performed for The Family Channel show Spotlight on Country, filmed in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Cory Wells (left) poses for a portrait with fellow Three Dog Night members Danny Hutton and Chuck Negron on January 4, 1972. The band said that in addition to music, Wells was passionate about fishing filming several episodes of "The American Sportsman" and participating in charity fishing tournaments around the country. Subscribe to Noise11 Music News here, Be the first to see NOISE.coms newest interviews and special features on YOUTUBE and updated regularly. Discussion in 'Music Corner' started by KevinP, Jan 29, 2023. Sneed was a pivotal member of the band and was known for his powerful drumming skills and dynamic stage presence. Jorge Santana was the guitarist for Malo, who had a 1972 hit with "Suavecito." He was also the younger brother of Carlos Santana. USA. "Three Dog NightA Howling Success Story". Before starting Tahoe Onstage in 2013, he worked for 29 years at newspapers, including the Tahoe Daily Tribune, Eureka Times-Standard and Contra Costa Times. Three Dog Night is an American rock band formed in 1967, founded by vocalists Danny Hutton, Cory Wells, and Chuck Negron. His death, at age 86, was reported on March 10 by Danny Hutton on the Three Dog Night Facebook page. Tens of millions of THREE DOG NIGHT records have been sold through the years. He was the deep voice I wanna tell you part of Joy To The World. Corey Wells The death was. The hits appeared on best selling charts in all genres (pop, rock and country). January 2020: Celebrities & Newsmakers Who Died. Three Dog Night singer Cory Wells dies at 74 By Todd Leopold, CNN Updated 6:23 PM EDT, Wed October 21, 2015 Link Copied! Cory Wells (left) and bandmates Chuck Negron and Danny Hutton during an album cover portrait session in Los Angeles, California, on June 2, 1971. Sneed sang backup on only one song with the band; he did the deep vocal on Joy to the World , singing the lyric I wanna tell you.. Quite a dancer. The Irish-American singer Danny Hutton used to be in the band, Three Dog Night. Floyd was a founding member of Three Dog Night, leaving the band when they broke up in 1977. Hutton and Wells still perform as Three Dog Night and Negron does his own tours with his own band. In 1990, he had a minor role playing a drummer in a Chong film, Far Out Man. They initially went by the name of Redwood and made some recordings with Brian Wilson while the Beach Boys were working on the album Wild Honey. Then my kids friends could be like, Oh, my grandma listens to her. He will be greatly missed by all of us in the band and the many musicians, artists and others he inspired throughout his life. He was a former member of the Association. Stay updated with your free Noise11.com daily music news email alert. I love you Floyd and I will keep you in my heart always., Sneed, born Nov. 22, 1942, in Calgary, Canada, received his first drum kit from his older sister, who was married at the time to Tommy Chong. . He was also an extraordinarily unique drummer who brought so much to Three Dog Nights sound. . Cory Wells, one of the founding members of 1970s hitmakers Three Dog Night, has died at age 74. He was 74. The blistering performance of "Heart Of Blues" and the timely, beautiful a-cappella ballad "Prayer of the Children are available online at iTunes, Amazon.com and other digital retailers as well as through the official band website (www.threedognight.com). Floyd Sneed, the Canadian drummer who powered a string of 1970s hits with Three Dog Night and provided backup vocals for one of the band's biggest hits, died January 27. Modern Drummer Magazine Floyd Sneed, drummer and original member of the legendary rock band Three Dog Night, passed away on January 27, 2023, at the age of 80. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Opt out through the unsubscribe link in any marketing email. Related: Our feature story on Three Dog Night. The Rock Show will go on.just not right away. Tom Verlaine (1949-2023 . [1] [2] Early life [ edit] Wells came from a musical family and began playing in Buffalo, New York -area bands in his teens. Copyright Three Dog Night, All Rights Reserved. However, the only single released off the album, "Everybody's a Masterpiece" became an Adult contemporary hit. Jimmy Greenspoon, the longtime keyboardist for the rock band Three Dog Night, died on Wednesday at his home in North Potomac, Md. Neil Peart (1952 - 2020), legendary drummer for Rush DJ Fontana (1931 - 2018), drummer for Elvis Presley Waylon Jennings: Outlaw Country R.I.P. Wells is survived by his wife, two daughters and five grandchildren. Sneed and original Three Dog Night bassist Joe Schermie appeared on the cooking show Food Rules starring Tom Riehl in 2000. 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Recently, THREE DOG NIGHT began adding new songs to its arsenal by releasing its first double-A sided single in nearly 25 years. He formed a band while in the service and went on to play with other groups in his hometown after leaving the military. The list follows. Danny Hutton has stated during concert appearances that Three Dog Night has been recording a new album, before performing their new song "Prayers of the Children". When Three Dog Night returned to touring in August 2021, it was without Michael Allsup, who was replaced with Tim Hutton on bass. THREE DOG NIGHT also pushed boundaries by recording with the London Symphony Orchestra, giving fans new and old a chance to experience its dynamic performances of the hits as well as several new songs. Original bassist Joe Schermie died on March 26, 2002. Three Dog Night performing on television in 1972 Floyd Sneed, the drummer behind Three Dog Night's remarkable run of singles in the late '60s and '70s, including such classic rock favorites as "Joy to the World" and "An Old Fashioned Love Song," has died at the age of 80. Front L-R: Danny Hutton, Cory Wells and Chuck Negron. He played on many of Three Dog Continue reading Three Dog Night Drummer Floyd Sneed Dies At 80 Who is still alive from Three Dog Night? His death was announced on the band's Facebook page. In an alternate universe the Graham Gouldman penned The Yardbirds classic For Your Love could have been a Beatles song. I am in shock at this sudden loss. Is Michael Allsup still with Three Dog Night? Nandi Bushell (via YouTube) 12-year old extraordinaire Nandi Bushell has once again wowed fans with her drumming skills by taking on Duke Ellington's jazz standard "Caravan". Sneed was a key member of the group, and his powerful drumming style was a crucial component of the bands sound. Joey Delgado debuts at Buddy Emmers Tuesday Night Blues, Tuesday Night Blues: Mighty Mike Schermer meets Buddy Emmer, Aki Kumar debuts at Buddy Emmers Tuesday Night Blues, Play Something Sweet (Brickyard Blues)#33. THREE DOG NIGHT also pushed boundaries by recording with the London Symphony Orchestra, giving fans new and old a chance to experience its dynamic performances of the hits as well as several new songs. Jay Gruska toured with the band to promote their last album, American Pastime, released in March 1976. [10], In 1979, NBC reported that the band's accountant "was shot in the arm and paralyzed, in what the police believe was a mob dispute over Three Dog Night." Please visit the source responsible for the item in question to report any concerns you may have regarding content or accuracy. Danny Hutton was one of the best of the three lead vocalists in the band Three Dog Night. The death of Wells one of the group's three lead singers was. Many years ago, he named it LAfrican a combination of Latino and African. The BCB team brings you the latest Breaking News, Contests, On This Day rock history stories, Classic Videos, retro-Charts and more. This lineup was soon augmented by Jimmy Greenspoon(keyboards), Joe Schermie(bass), Michael Allsup(guitar), and Floyd Sneed(drums). Three Dog Night is saddened to learn of the passing of Floyd Sneed, the band statement reads. [5], Musician Van Dyke Parks, an arranger at Warner Bros Records, disputed the above story and claimed that he coined the name. [4] In 1981, Three Dog Night reunited and released the ska-inspired It's a Jungle in 1983 on the small Passport Records label, which garnered some airplay on the new wave circuit. In the summer of 2004, 80s bassist Scott Manzo returned briefly to fill in for Paul Kingery. Rest in Peace Floyd., Three Dog Night was one of the most popular bands of the late 1960s and 1970s, and was known for its unique sound that combined rock, pop and R&B. Marie". In the years 1969 through 1974, no other group achieved more top 10 hits, moved more records or sold more concert tickets than THREE DOG NIGHT. 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Sneed was a pivotal member of the band and was known for his powerful drumming skills and dynamic stage presence. "Cory was an incredible singer, a great performer, he could sing anything," Hutton said in a statement. All Rights reserved. Cory Wells, one of the three lead singers in Three Dog Night, a signature pop band of the late 1960s and '70s, died on Tuesday in Dunkirk, N.Y., on Lake Erie. His fans, friends and family will miss Sneed, but his music will live on and bring joy to listeners for generations to come. In October 2004, Three Dog Night released The 35th Anniversary Hits Collection Featuring The London Symphony Orchestra. On colder nights they would sleep with two dogs and, if the night were freezing, it was a "three dog night". His. Mickey McMeel would go on to co-star as "Turkey", the drummer of Kaptain Kool and the Kongs, in the children's television series The Krofft Supershow. 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