The Obvious Reason Why All These Rockers Are Passing Away Let's look at the deaths from 28 December until 18 January: Lemmy Kilmister, Motorhead, Bass and Vocals. David Bowie, Solo Artist, Keyboards and Vocals. Glen Frey, Eagles, Guitar and Vocals. Dale Griffin, Mott the Hoople, Drums. Mic Gillette, Tower of Power, Horns. Isn't it obvious? God has a new girlfriend that sings!!!