Rodney Holmes, a veteran New York City-based drummer known for his work with Randy Brecker, Michael Brecker, Santana, and Wayne Shorter, has died. Per Downbeat, Holmes died of cancer on July 11, just six weeks before his 60th birthday. His passing follows the death of fellow Santana member, vocalist Alex Ligertwood, in May at the age of 79. Born in the Bronx and raised in Westchester, Holmes was influenced early on by funk and jazz records from …
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