Leslie West, Frontman and Guitarist for Rock Band Mountain, Dies at 75

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#LeslieWest! I love his playing, singing and writing. A big influence on so many musicians, including myself.

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LOS ANGELES -- Leslie West, an iconic guitarist-vocalist who was behind several '70s rock anthems including “Mississippi Queen” with the popular band Mountain, has died. He was 75.His spokesman Steve Karas said West died Wednesday in Palm Coast, Florida.

has confirmed. West had gone into cardiac arrest on Monday and never regained consciousness while in the hospital, according to .«The iconic guitarist, vocalist, songwriter and storyteller has left a legacy that to this day is celebrated by peers and fans across The World,» publicist Steve Karas said in the release.

Rolling Stone that the musician passed away on Wednesday morning (December 23). West entered cardiac arrest on Monday (December 21) and was rushed to a hospital near his home in Daytona, Florida.