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Boston frontman Tommy DeCarlo dies aged 60
EntertainmentMusicMusic News•March 10, 2026 at 2:24 PMNational

Boston frontman Tommy DeCarlo dies aged 60

By Laura Snapes•The Guardian Music

The singer joined the band in 2007, touring with them and providing lead vocals on their last album, Life, Love & HopeTommy DeCarlo, the frontman of US rock band Boston since 2007, has died of brain cancer, his family have confirmed.“It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our dad, Tommy DeCarlo, on Monday, 9 March 2026,” they wrote in a statement. “After being diagnosed with brain cancer last September, he fought with incredible strength and courage right up until the very end. During this difficult time, we kindly ask that friends and fans respect our family’s privacy as we grieve and support one another.” Continue reading...

The singer joined the band in 2007, touring with them and providing lead vocals on their last album, Life, Love & Hope

Tommy DeCarlo, the frontman of US rock band Boston since 2007, has died of brain cancer, his family have confirmed.

“It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our dad, Tommy DeCarlo, on Monday, 9 March 2026,” they wrote in a statement. “After being diagnosed with brain cancer last September, he fought with incredible strength and courage right up until the very end. During this difficult time, we kindly ask that friends and fans respect our family’s privacy as we grieve and support one another.”

Continue reading...

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