Bobby Sheehan (musician)
For the retired hockey player, see Bobby Sheehan (ice hockey).
| Bobby Sheehan | |
|---|---|
| Born |
June 12, 1968 Summit, New Jersey United States |
| Died |
August 20, 1999 (aged 31) New Orleans, Louisiana United States |
| Genres | Rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, Songwriter |
| Instruments | Bass guitar |
| Years active | 1987–1999 |
| Labels | A&M Records |
| Associated acts | Blues Traveler |
Robert Vaughan "Bobby" Sheehan (June 12, 1968 – August 20, 1999) was an American musician and songwriter best known as a founding member and bassist of Blues Traveler.
Sheehan attended the Berklee College of Music and would co-found Blues Traveler in 1987.[1] He died of an accidental overdose of heroin, cocaine and Valium in 1999.[2][3] Sheehan had his own group of fans called FOB (Front of Bob) who would always meet in front of the bass player during live shows.[4] There is a collection of poems, memories, and thoughts that can be read and added to on the Bluestraveler.net website.[5]
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