Ian McDonald, the co-founder of bands such as KING CRIMSON and FOREIGNER, has passed away in his home in New York City (February 9), surrounded by his family at 75 years of age.
McDonald’s musical abilities made him an integral part of the initial lineup of iconic progressive rock band KING CRIMSON, as a keyboard player, and as well in FOREIGNER, whom he joined in 1976, playing guitar and keyboard for the band’s first three albums: “Foreigner” (1977), “Double Vision” (1978) and “Head Games” (1979).
Most recently, McDonald’s talents could be experienced with his New York City-based band HONEY WEST.
McDonald was also a noted session musician, playing saxophone, keyboards, flute, vibraphone, and guitar on numerous tracks including on the T.REX hit “Get It On (Bang A Gong)”.
Ian McDonald is survived by his son Maxwell McDonald.