The inevitable nature of focusing upon the rock era means that I find myself interviewing artists who eventually leave us. Here’s a list – and of course it will grow going forward – of music figures who have passed away in the days, months and years since I spoke with them.

Richie Havens

Chris Squire

Keith Allison

Nik Turner

Keith Emerson

Brian Wilson

To a man (and woman) they’re fondly remembered.