Eric Wagner (Trouble, The Skull) has died at 62

Victor Griffin wrote:Very sad to hear the news this morning of the passing of my friend Eric Wagner. Eric was a kind soul, a great lyricist, and an icon of heavy rock with Trouble and with his later bands Blackfinger & The Skull. It was his experience that led to an invitation to join Death Row for a one-off tour in 2009/2010, which he happily accepted.

Later on, we discussed ideas on several occasions to work together, but for one reason or the other it never panned out. Fortunately, I had the honor of him inviting me to contribute a guitar solo for the song "In The Lonely Light Of Mourning" on his recently finished new solo album. A song that lyrically feels very prophetic considering Eric's departure, which I'm certain he would agree. A very masterful effect brother! While listening to and working on the song, I texted him to say what a nice, dark, melancholy tune I thought it was...my favorite vibe. He simply texted back, "I picked that for you for a reason".  

Eric had a great awareness of his spirituality, and we connected similarly in that way. I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to hang with him and all the guys in The Skull at their recent show here in Knoxville on August 2nd. Though this news is very sad for the time being...I take comfort in knowing that Eric was a believer and is now in the greatest peace beyond our mortal understanding. I pray peace and comfort for Eric's family, friends, and bandmates "In The Lonely Light Of Mourning".
God bless you Eric and until we meet again...fly brother, like never before!

Kerrick wrote:^From the bits I've read here or there, I didn't get the impression that he was a believer, though Victor Griffin posted this on FB.  He knew him and seems to believe that Wagner was a Christian.  I hope he is right!

Victor Griffin wrote:Very sad to hear the news this morning of the passing of my friend Eric Wagner. Eric was a kind soul, a great lyricist, and an icon of heavy rock with Trouble and with his later bands Blackfinger & The Skull. It was his experience that led to an invitation to join Death Row for a one-off tour in 2009/2010, which he happily accepted.

Later on, we discussed ideas on several occasions to work together, but for one reason or the other it never panned out. Fortunately, I had the honor of him inviting me to contribute a guitar solo for the song "In The Lonely Light Of Mourning" on his recently finished new solo album. A song that lyrically feels very prophetic considering Eric's departure, which I'm certain he would agree. A very masterful effect brother! While listening to and working on the song, I texted him to say what a nice, dark, melancholy tune I thought it was...my favorite vibe. He simply texted back, "I picked that for you for a reason".  

Eric had a great awareness of his spirituality, and we connected similarly in that way. I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to hang with him and all the guys in The Skull at their recent show here in Knoxville on August 2nd. Though this news is very sad for the time being...I take comfort in knowing that Eric was a believer and is now in the greatest peace beyond our mortal understanding. I pray peace and comfort for Eric's family, friends, and bandmates "In The Lonely Light Of Mourning".
God bless you Eric and until we meet again...fly brother, like never before!

TZ75 wrote:Has Ted Kirkpatrick commented yet?