Brian Godding Obituary, Death Cause – We mourn the loss of Brian Godding, a gifted musician whose legacy will live on. Many who knew Brian Godding through his music or personal contacts are mourning his death. I enjoyed contacting Brian via email and social media, especially Facebook, as a fan and friend. His warmth and generosity made him a great musician and a lovely man. I treasure our conversations, especially when I ordered some of his eighties home recordings, which showed his musical talent and passion.
A autographed portrait from Brian, which hangs on my wall of fame, reminds me of his kindness and relationship with fans. Brian has a long, remarkable musical career that I think is underestimated. His career began with Blossom Toes in the 1960s and continued with B.B. Blunder, Solid Gold Cadillac, and Mirage with George Khan. Brian’s collaboration with Norwegian prog label Compendium produced an album that displayed his range and innovation.
He was crucial to Kevin Coyne’s backing band and contributed to Julie Tippetts and Anette Peacock’s recordings. His work with Centipede, Keith Tippett’s large band, and Magma showed his wide musical tastes. His tremendous body of work honors Brian Godding’s artistic talent and undying commitment for music. Let us honor the legacy of a wonderful artist and friend by celebrating his impact on music and remembering him with appreciation. Rest in peace, Brian Godding; your music will go on.
