Mark MN wrote:
Wikipedia says he died last December. If that's correct, why wait so long to announce it?
This is from the website of KSLX radio in Phoenix:
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Earlier this week, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame posted an “In Memoriam” tribute to original Doobie Brothers drummer John Hartman — though oddly, according to a Hall of Fame rep, his family confirmed that he actually died on December 29, 2021. Now, his bandmates have acknowledged Hartman’s passing on their official Facebook page.
On the band’s Facebook page, they wrote, “Today we are thinking of John Hartman, or Little John, to us. John was a wild spirit, great drummer and showman during his time in the Doobies. He was also a close friend for many years and an intricate part of the band personality! We send our condolences to all his loved ones at this difficult time. Rest In Peace, John.”
It’s unclear why nobody in the band seemed to be aware of Hartman’s passing prior to the Rock Hall’s posting.
