C. J. Snare performing in February 2023, at the Arcada Theatre in St. Charles, Illinoid.Photo:Ray Garbo/Shutterstock
Ray Garbo/Shutterstock
C.J. Snare, the frontman of the hard rock band FireHouse, has died at the age of 64.
“Today is a sad day for Rock N Roll,” read astatement postedon the band’s official Facebook page on Sunday, April 7.
“It is with great sorrow we are letting the world know we have lost our brother: CJ Snare, the rock and roll warrior, lead vocalist, and a founding member of Firehouse.”
The statement added that Snare “passed unexpectedly at home” and “was a young 64 years old.”
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C.J. Snare performing at the UIC Pavillion, Chicago, Illinois in February 1992.Paul Natkin/Getty
Paul Natkin/Getty
“As you are all aware, CJ was expected to be back on stage with the band this summer after recovering from surgery,” the statement continued. “We are all in complete shock with CJ’s untimely passing.”
The band added that the frontman — born Carl Snare — “was arguably one of the best vocal talents of a generation, touring the world with Firehouse non stop the past 34 years.”
“Our heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Snare family, Katherine Little, friends, and all our beloved fans all over the world,” the statement added before concluding with an emotional message to Snare.
“‘Reach for the Sky’ CJ!,” they said, referencing their 1992 song “Reach for the Sky.”
Firehouse was formed in 1984 in Richmond, Virginia before signing to Epic Records in 1989. Together, they produced hits such as 1990’s “Love of a Lifetime”, 1992’s “When I Look Into Your Eyes,” and 1995’s “I Live My Life For You.”
Inan Instagram poston March 27, Snare alluded to his health, writing “Feeling Stronger Everyday !I’ll be back on stage with FireHouse before you know it. Health is first so making a FULL recovery ❤️🩹 before my return. 🤘🏼❤️🤘🏼”
source: people.com
