Ronson's guitar riffs defined an era 🎸

On this day in Music history 29th April 1993

On this day in history we lost one of rock’s true greats, Mick Ronson, who passed away aged just 46 after a battle with liver cancer.

Ronson wasn’t just a guitarist he was the sonic architect behind some of the most iconic sounds of the 1970s. As a key collaborator with David Bowie between 1970 and 1973, Ronson helped shape the explosive rise of Ziggy Stardust, delivering those unforgettable guitar lines that defined an era. His work on albums like Ziggy Stardust and beyond gave Bowie’s vision its raw, electrifying edge.

But his influence didn’t stop there. Ronson co-produced Transformer for Lou Reed a landmark record featuring classics like “Walk on the Wild Side” and proved himself as a gifted arranger and producer as well as a performer. He also released his own solo work, including Slaughter on Tenth Avenue, showcasing his versatility and musical depth.

Later, he teamed up with Ian Hunter in the Hunter Ronson Band, continuing to bring his unmistakable style to stages around the world.

Mick Ronson’s legacy lives on in every soaring riff, every glam rock anthem, and every artist he inspired.

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🎶 And that’s how music makes history.

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