Died On This Date (December 30, 2010) Bobby Farrell / Boney M
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October 6, 1949 – December 30, 2010
Bobby Farrell was a Dutch vocalist in German Euro-disco group, Boney M. Formed in 1975 by music producer, Frank Farian, Boney M became a dance music phenomenon across Europe throughout the late ’70s and early ’80s, but failed to find much of an audience in the United States. During their run, they released eight studio albums and numerous hit singles which included, “Rasputin,” “Ma Baker,” and “Rivers Of Babylon.” It was later revealed that Farrell rarely, if at all, sang on the group’s studio records, but in fact did so during their live performances. On December 30, 2010, Bobby Farrell, age 61, was found dead in his hotel room while on tour in St. Petersburg, Russia. Cause of death was not immediately released, although he had apparently complained of breathing problems during the previous evening’s performance.
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