Rock legend Mark Volman, renowned as a founding member of the iconic rock band The Turtles, passes away at the age of 78.
Mark Volman, a renowned figure in the music industry and co-founder of both '60s rock band The Turtles and '70s duo Flo & Eddie, has passed away at the age of 78. His representative confirmed the news to our website.
Volman, born in Los Angeles in 1947, first gained fame with The Turtles in the mid-'60s, founding the group with Howard Kaylan, Al Nichol, Jim Tucker, Chuck Portz, and Don Murray. The band had their first hit in 1965 with a cover of Bob Dylan's "It Ain't Me Babe," which spent 11 weeks on Billboard's Hot 100. Their biggest hit was "Happy Together," which topped the Hot 100 and is certified triple-platinum by the RIAA.
After The Turtles disbanded in 1970, Volman and Kaylan started Flo & Eddie. The duo worked with notable artists such as T. Rex, Frank Zappa, and Bruce Springsteen, and had hits like "She'd Rather Be With Me," "Elenore," and "You Showed Me."
Volman's contribution to the music industry extended beyond his performances. He and Kaylan were instrumental in a significant court case that protected their artistic rights, particularly in relation to the use of their band name "The Turtles" after leaving the band. This case set important precedents for artists' rights regarding trademark and name protection.
In more recent years, Volman and Kaylan's advocacy for artists' rights had a significant impact on the progression of the law in various areas, including sampling and the protection of '60s recordings under the Music Modernization Act.
Volman's attorney, Evan Cohen, shared a tribute for Volman on Facebook, stating that he was always funny, upbeat, and a spirited performer. He died on Friday following a brief, unexpected illness.
Volman is survived by his significant other, Emily Volman, his ex-wife Pat Volman, daughters Hallie Volman and Sarina Miller, and brother Phil Volman. "Happy Together" will continue to be loved by all, as it is a masterpiece of '60s pop and makes people feel good, like Mark, Howard, and The Turtles.
Volman provided background vocals on T. Rex's "Bang a Gong (Get It On)" and Springsteen's "Hungry Heart." His legacy in advocating for artists' rights will not be forgotten.
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