Singer Jack Russell, of 'Great White,' dies at 63

[@brendaeaves1079]

There Is No “Great White” Without Jack Russell😢No One No Other Voice Can Replace Him❤

[@no_country_for_real_men]

I'm glad to have had the privilege to have met Jack in Dallas in 1993. Jack is a legend. All of Great Whites albums had such a profound impact on me. As a dedicated fan I have to correct Fox network. That being said Great White was never a metal band. Great White was a Blues Rock band similar to Cinderella. No one can replace Jack. Without Jack there is no Great White. Sail away brother. I'm not far from you.

[@jameshutchinson3342]

His solo work was great too !!!

[@no_country_for_real_men]

@@jameshutchinson3342 Twice Shy album and Psycho City were the pinnacle for Great White

[@swampula]

Debut album: Street Metal at his finest!

[@markbro4427]

Their first album as a four piece was more raw hard rock/metal.....They definitely went more polished and commercial after that but still a great band.

[@augustusgloop9330]

They had 6 albums that were top shelf

[@lisachauvin]

Jack had an incredible voice and he was such a nice guy. May he rest in peace

[@JB-he1jt]

The greatest voice of all time!! Nobody came close to his live singing in concert...Gone but never forgotten! Rock on Jack from a fan since 1987.

[@tiigacat]

Another great loss of a rock legend. RIP JACK✝️

[@tommychicago1381]

I met this band in Roseville CA a while back. Aftertheir show, I hung around and the bandcame out. I met everyone and they were super cool. Mark Kendall wasn't in the band at the time, but since I'm a guitar player, I gravitated to the guitar player and hung out with him for about an hour or so talking guitarrs & gear. What a cool kid! His name was Ty Longley, he was the one who perished in the fire in on the East Coast. May God bless his soul, as well as Jack's. May peace be with both of them.

[@geraldholcomb2049]

I was sad to hear of this. I am 45, but I grew up listening to them. My mom and uncle were always listening to them, in the 80's, with all their friends around the dining room table drinking, smoking weed, and partying. I saw Jack twice with my uncle and met him the 2nd time. He was a super cool guy. Today, while I am at work, I'll be listening to Great White. RIP Jack.

[@horizonchaser6030]

In My 60's, Great White was one of those Band I tried to hate...but damn that Guy Could SING....he had such a Great Voice..I became a fan...also Mark Kendal on Guitar. RIP Mr. Russell, may you have Peace Now.

[@bluesman7475]

RIP Jack. I saw them in concert 14 times. Loved the music.

[@Callsmit]

Rhode Island 2003 show?

[@tljklaus]

@@Callsmitis that sarcasm?

[@angelas1804]

I got to see him sing in person, absolutely amazing voice! Truly a rock legend RIP

[@roseredfire48]

I am deeply saddened. I loved him. I met him a few years back after a show and had even gotten to watch them perform in sound check once. He was a very nice guy. Great White was one of my favorite bands. I have met Jack like 4 times and seen the band 8 times.

[@marquettegloves9907]

I'm glad he got the memoir out just in time. Reminds me of Sylvain Sylvain of the New York Dolls, and Walter Lure of the Heartbreakers. They both got their memoirs out only months before they died. At least we have the story of his life on paper, and of course the music. RIP

[@wendyforhan8674]

RIP Jack - Thanks for the awesome music and memories!

[@James-nh7py]

Wow !!! Went to high school with Jack and so sad to hear this.....RIP Jack

[@richardbrewer8301]

I know after the fire that Great White lost a lot of fans but you still can't argue that Great White's music is legendary between the vocals to the music it self was incredible !!! RIP !!

[@DFord-rv3nz]

Super bummer. God I miss the 80s. Great incredible bands like this May the 80s vibe a great time to live and I really really really really really really appreciate it thank you gentlemen for all your hard work.

[@tcannizzaro7220]

One of many of the 'Great' bands of the 80's. Loved and still listen to their song's today. R.I.P.

[@CinimodNorton]

Thank you for the music that helped me through my youth.

[@UnblockedOne2]

It's over. Our 1980s hair band icons are disappearing. Their music lives on, but the era is gone forever. You had to have been there.

[@quailstreetcoffeeroastersm6674]

Jack was living out in Indian Wells for a while with his new girlfriend, He would blend right in & be one with the community. I saw him do an acoustic set at Borders books and he engaged us like we were a sold out arena of 8 thousand people. on another occasion my wife and I were out for sushi in Rancho Mirage when he & Sue came in for dinner and sat right next to us, so polite and a pleasure to greet. Rock On Jack!

[@JohnFreeman-d6t]

I will miss him very much he played a big part in my life with the songs they played, I will never forget him or the band RIP Jack

[@scotttappin9298]

He was the nicest guy and Rockstar i ever met

[@stephensanchez9590]

Jack was a incredible singer that had great stage presence me and my wife seen them at a small club that held about 500 or so people and I tell you what they hands down the best live band I ever saw absolutely amazing, I was hoping they would come back to bay city mi and play there again but it never happened that was in 1997

[@the406seadonkey6]

I met and made friends with Jack and this entire band outside of a nightclub in 1994 in Helena, Montana. 4 years after their peak and they were as humble and nice to a 15-year old as anyone. One of the best moments of my life.

[@metaldog38shomeofmetalnewchann]

I saw Great White on their tour for the album "Hooked" in St. Louis and they had Steelheart and Bulletboys opening up for them. I remember guitarist Mark Kendall going to one side of the stage and Jack moving to the other and they had a duel onstage, Mark would play something on the guitar and Jack would match the notes with his voice. That was phenomenal and watching that happen has stuck in my brain all these years later because I never knew anyone could sing like that and be so clear and powerful and he actually put Mark to shame when it was all over. When you talk of rock legends Jack is one of them and one of the best. May he Rest in Peace. For this fan has been with them since their small beginnings and I'm so sad to see him go.

[@yeahright302]

wow,this is rough to take!!!rip jack!see you on the other side!!!!such a great and humble guy! Met him a few times over the years at shows and he was always so great!!!

[@roncarroll4136]

I'm from Massachusetts the fire wasn't the band's fault . It was clearly the club owners fault He was a piece of work seriously. I'm not a great white fan . but the fire had nothing to do with them It could have happened to anyone

[@hippychic7546]

he also didnt run for himself. he stayed right there, and helped get people out!

[@robinnewton1482]

I always say the fire was due to the club owner. Never should flammable items be used in a small club. Such a tragic event.

[@boataxe4605]

Well except for the fact that Jack said he had permission to use pyro that night,but on earlier stops on that tour they had used pyro without permission (including at the Stone Pony), I’m guessing he did the same thing at The Station.

[@roncarroll4136]

Criminal charges were brought against the club owners Jeff and Michael Derderian, along with the band's tour manager Daniel Biechele. Michael Derderian and Biechele served time in prison. Rhode Island implemented stricter fire codes as a result of the tragedy.

[@Grandizer8989]

Read the book, Killer Show… yes, it wasn’t the band’s fault, but he could’ve shown some remorse

[@GlaszEye]

RIP MR. RUSSELL. Thank you for your voice. I love all the albums you made with GW.

[@ratter531]

R.I.P. Jack Russell Always Loved, Never Forgotten Forever Miissed.

[@selenanoll8462]

Jack made my 90s. It was so much fun to see him at the smaller venues because it felt more like a party. My condolences to you and your husband Sean(who I think I met when they played in Spokane, WA).

[@daletsosie2479]

I saw Great White many times in 83 & 84 in LA & Pasadena , his voice really stood out ,one of the greats ...R I P. JACK ,you will be remembered & missed .

[@PattyFloyd-yl6zg]

First concert I ever went to back in the 80s God rest his soul!

[@scottgarber7363]

Thanks for that, what a nice tribute. I was only a fan, but I too feel the loss of such a great talent. R.I.P. Jack

[@scottgetty5547]

RIP MISTA BONE

[@user-ii4zf5iq3t]

Jack was so sweet. He invited me out in his boat several years ago to go "Shark Fishing". What else? Time flies, jump on those opportunities. At our age I still think like I have years to get around to doing those fun special things. Dont Wait! I did thank Jack for contributing to the Sound Track of My Life!

[@marxiuszmm9334]

Rip mr jack russell , i have played cover of your bands while I was practicing and learning my guitar and your band is one of my inspiration jn my music career. Nowadays , rest well brother ❤

[@surfsunsand]

This sucks. The death that will hit me the hardest will be Stephen Pearcy. He is my childhood neighbor and rock hero. RIP Jack You are the soundtrack to many of my road trips.

[@kevincampbell9526]

Pearcy? Is he dying of cancer?

[@surfsunsand]

@@kevincampbell9526 NO. He is just my hero.

[@ColtraneTaylor]

For a second my heart went unsteady reading that.

[@murlyn2]

Jack was a great singer. RIP Jack. I loved his material in Great White. It was a great to have that band pumping out hits in the day. It was different from most other bands. Great White was Blues Rock Band that rocked as good as anyone.

[@husqv5147]

There will never be a better rock and roll voice. May he rest peacefully in the magic light of the desert moon.

[@sherry8894]

RIP Jack Russell 🎶🎵🎤 Gone but never ever forgotten!!!

[@MikeDavis-be8gf]

Sorry for your loss I Agee he's one of the best singers from that era...

[@veronicallamas9333]

Rest in peace Jack

[@sabbathtribute]

I was never a huge fan, but i do remember seeing him live around 1988. His voice was great. RIP Mr. Russell

[@frankperrella1202]

Rip Jack 🙏God bless

[@williamdejeffrio9701]

An amazing rock voice. Will never forget their MTV unplugged where they did some Led Zeppelin tunes and Jack sang Robert Plant's vocals perfectly...

[@TimAnderson-r7p]

One of the best voices in music keep on rocking and rest in peace Jack

[@jamiemcgill67]

Great White is a Rock N Roll band, not a metal band.

[@db5166]

Hair band . They sucked

[@jamiemcgill67]

@@db5166 you don’t know what a hair band is.

[@tttarms1970]

​@@db5166first of all that's lamest term ever....go listen to GREAT ZEPPELIN and see who plays closer to zep then that? And if you say zep sucks....well go pound fkn sand

[@michaelharrington75]

​@@db5166 That's a silly view.

[@JamesSilcox-n5e]

​@@db5166Why are you watching a video about something you hate?

[@gama2467]

RIP Jack Thank you so much for so many memories

[@AllenGoodman]

Bummer. Great vocals, great band. Definitely great memories.

[@marthamendoza8640]

No one COMPARES TO JACK OR HIS BAND! EVER!!❤❤❤❤❤

[@motoshark5847]

RIP buddy! Will always cherish your music and I hope you've found peace in the next life. ❤️

[@gsxr419]

Man what a great performer. Saw him once heck of a show.

[@lvlinda6]

I saw them in 1988,if I remember correctly, in Las Vegas. They were the opening act for White Snake. One of my all time favorite concerts. Alzheimer’s is such a devastating disease; my mother suffered with it for 10 years. May Jack RIP. Sending big healing {{HUGS}} for his family & friends. 🕊️💔💐

[@yeahright302]

great job on fox 11 los angeles for doing this!!!her spouse shawn was in the band and great to hear how great jack was!!!!thank you!!

[@thomasregener2748]

Ruhe in Frieden. Vielen Dank für die gute Musik. Man wird sich Deiner erinnern. 🦈

[@williamshoemaker6233]

One of the Best singers and loved Great White!

[@ltcolumbo9708]

Oh no...Great Voice Great Power Ballad ......my era So sad

[@richardwarfordjr.5622]

Sad a true Rock ⭐ rest in peace ✌️

[@briandonahue3663]

Theres 100 dead fans from The Station Fire he has to anser to now!

[@wtfover5165]

I listen to alot of different. Music And I've always said he had one of the best front man voices of a band

[@mikesutton245]

1983 the year of the EP..Queensryche, Ratt & of course Great White Out of the Night RIP Jack

[@remmilam9321]

R.I.P. Brother

[@chadfortman4162]

Great white great band to see not only could he sing bands music blues metal. 😢

[@michaelharrington75]

Blues rock. Nothing really "metal" about them.

[@djmysticalone321]

Perfect music will be missed thank you Jack

[@normandothegreat]

Dang!😞🙏 RIP

[@Debbie-vv8fw]

I remember when I heard about the fire, it caused at least one amazing band to avoid pyrotechnics on stage for most of their careers. I'm sorry he's passed, and you have my utmost sympathies. Thank you for singing your fantastic lyrics to us JACK RUSSELL 💪🏻💙💕🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@GregoryLander]

I went to school with JACK, RIP!

[@robinnewton1482]

Thanks for all the wonderful music Jack. Will miss you fellow Zep fiend😔

[@Debbie-vv8fw]

My condolences to all of us who are fans friends, and family 🙏🏻💪🏻❤ 💙💙💙💙💙. You'll live forever 💕

[@nedaCFilms]

Damn 😢

[@fernandasoares7645]

RIP Jack Russell 🙏🏽🕊

[@rustyaxelrod]

Love the band. RIP Jack.

[@oldfriend327]

⭐This sucks man. 63 years of age, are you kidding? That is NOT old. He really did have a great heart and soul. Such a talented musician and vocalist. God bless you brother, thank you for so much great music and for so many decades. Great White will always be a permanent staple of hard rock and great times. RIP our brother.🏁🏁🏁

[@marquettegloves9907]

It's not young either. Do some ppl live to 85 sure, but some ppl also die at 25. 63 is fair, you can do a lot with that. And he clearly did. RIP to the great man of Great White.

[@user-ii4zf5iq3t]

​@@marquettegloves9907 He had a lot of health issues. My mom passed at 96.

[@marquettegloves9907]

@@user-ii4zf5iq3t Cool, good for your Mom. But she is an outlier. One of my friends died at 16, another friend died at 24. But they're outliers too, just in the opposite direction. All I'm saying is 63 is not young. It's good enough.

[@user-ii4zf5iq3t]

@@marquettegloves9907 Well I am 73 so I plan on keeping on for a while longer. lol 96 seems a stretch, but then God does have a sense of humor sometimes. At 63 I couldn't keep up with my Mom. Jack didn't exactly take good care of himself. The rock and roller lifestyle wasn't exactly a healthy lifestyle. When I last saw him he was using a cane and that was abt 7 years ago You just never know. I lost my brother this week.

[@marquettegloves9907]

@@user-ii4zf5iq3t yep, I hope you live an even longer life too. I don't want anyone to die before they want to lol, but like you said it's kind of out of our hands. My dad died when I was in high school. The best you can do is live as healthy as possible and hope you're lucky. I'm sorry about your brother.

[@DaNiyaHodge]

Rip Jack Patrick Russell, you will be missed

[@jsods1]

Wow. RIP Jack. Also, loved the album Sean did with Quiet Riot in 1988.

[@michaelyatsco1958]

The ultimate compliment to Jack is how bad everyone else has sounded singing Great White songs and that's a real validation at the highest level because guys like Terry llous and Mitch Malloy are excellent professional singers it's just Jack owns those songs

[@tammywozmoak6349]

So sad😢

[@SF-yl2si]

We lost another great one! Love Great White. RIP Jack.

[@BanalayerPete1972]

What a sad thing, but he was tortured by the Rhode Island fire tragedy. It sounds crazy, but maybe he's finding peace now he's passed on. RiP.

[@aquilescortez8390]

I’m heart broken 💔

[@CharlieHernandez-zy4ci]

😢

[@aimanrizwan]

😢RIP all the way from Pakistan

[@80sRocker]

didnt think theyed be covering this on the main stream

[@TedMcGonigle]

Damn.. Saw Great White open for Priest, the Defenders of the Faith tour in Philly. They got bluesier as the yrs went on but they were heavy that night. Song called “no better than hell” live rocked. Jack great singer.. RIP

[@jeffhodge7272]

I saw that tour too.The song Stick It was their first song I heard. So sad to hear this.😢

[@markbro4427]

They were definitely heavier in the early days...Saw them over two nights in Belfast N.Ireland Feb 84 opening for Whitesnake on the first shows of the "Slide It ln" tour. Great White played most of their first album....they took the roof of the place. Saw them again around 89/90.

[@ukrpgfan4029]

RIP Jack Russell one more Legend gone. \m/

[@maxryan9052]

It is sad he went so early but I think the survivors guilt really took a toll on him. Hopefully he’s finally at peace and able to forgive himself.

[@estherNMLATINA]

Oh no 😢

[@OrieCipollaro]

Sean is awesome he replaced our dearly departed friend in ZO2

[@SuzetteRobertson]

So sad JACK ❤u will be missed.😢

[@seanfrank4340]

Rest In Peace 🪦

[@faisalahmad3309]

Prayers 🙏

[@chauntelsimon3404]

So young

[@DonFonzarelli-uq9yx]

RIP Jack.

[@mitchmartin2659]

I don’t have a partner or spouse. I have a wife.

[@jeffrowwithy4370]

They had a long list of good tunes

[@kevincampbell9526]

Damn, Christine! Ur married to Sean McNabb. Yeah, Great White had a short run but they had alot of good songs.

[@GregLakatosChradm]

It's a sad day. RIP

[@rachelwaln269]

And here I thought Jack Russell was a dog breed 🤦🏼‍♀️.

[@doug2078]

RIP Jack !

[@neighborhoodprepped7862]

I think early dementia

[@myoldvhstapes]

Lewy body dementia, an especially brutal form. He recently announced stepping down and already he's dead. The description of his death was that he was surrounded by all of his closest family. So I'm thinking the death was self-determined. Sounds like it.