Longtime Joan Jett Drummer Dead At 68…Thommy Price joined Joan Jett and The Blackhearts in 1986 and performed on eight albums with the band over a 30-year span. He also performed with Billy Idol and Scandal and collaborated with a wide variety of bands and musical artists
Joan Jett comments:
We lost a member of the Blackheart family- the one of a kind Thommy Price. Thommy was a legendary drummer who was a Blackheart for 4 decades. He was a drummer’s drummer and admired by so many. Our hearts are heavy. Sending love to his beautiful family. We love you Thommy
Thommy Price’s Wife posted the following:
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of beloved husband, friend, and legendary musician Thommy Price.
A devoted husband and proud father and powerhouse drummer and songwriter, Thommy’s extraordinary career spanned decades, performing and recording with some of rock’s most iconic artists. His energy, kindness, humor, and unmatched rhythm left an indelible mark on everyone who knew him and every stage he graced.
He will be deeply missed by his wife Stefunny Price, his beloved daughter Brooklyn and a big beautiful Italian family, friends, and countless fans around the world.
Information regarding a celebration of Thommy’s life will be shared soon.
His music and spirit will live on forever — in every beat, every song, and every heart he touched.
