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Ronald LaPread, Original Commodores Bassist, Dies at 75
Ronald LaPread, Commodores Co-Founder and Bassist, Dies at 75
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Althea Legaspi
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Summary
Ronald LaPread, a co-founding member and former bassist of the iconic funk/soul group the Commodores, has died at age 75. His daughter Soraya confirmed the news on social media. The cause of death was not disclosed, though reports indicate he died in Auckland, New Zealand, following a sudden medical event. LaPread had lived in New Zealand for the past 40 years and performed on classic Commodores hits such as "Brick House," "Three Times a Lady," and "Easy."
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Ronald LaPread, co-founder and former bassist of the Commodores, has died at age 75.
