REO Speedwagon Calls It Quits Amid ‘Irreconcilable Differences’
Rock Band to Disband After 50 Years
REO Speedwagon, the classic rock band known for hits like "Keep on Loving You" and "Can't Fight This Feeling," has announced that they will be disbanding after 50 years together.
Irreconcilable Differences Cited as Reason for Split
The band released a statement on their website, saying that they had "reached a point where our musical paths are taking us in different directions." They added that the decision to disband was "not made lightly" and that they had "tried everything we could to keep the band together."
Guitarist and co-lead vocalist Dave Amato told Rolling Stone that the band's split was due to "irreconcilable differences" but that they remained "friends and brothers." He added that they had "had a great run" and that they were "proud of what we've accomplished."
50 Years of Rock and Roll History
REO Speedwagon was formed in 1971 in Champaign, Illinois. They released their debut album in 1972 and went on to become one of the most successful rock bands of the 1970s and 1980s.
The band has sold over 40 million albums worldwide and has been inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame. They have also received numerous awards, including a Grammy Award for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal for their song "Can't Fight This Feeling."
Legacy of Classic Rock Anthems
REO Speedwagon's music has been a soundtrack to the lives of millions of people around the world. Their songs have been featured in countless movies and television shows, and they continue to be played on classic rock radio stations.
The band's legacy will live on through their timeless anthems and the memories they have created for their fans. They will be remembered as one of the most successful and influential rock bands of all time.
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