Australian singer Doug Parkinson has died this week at the age of 74. The talented musician, whose career spanned more than five decades, died suddenly at home.
During his many years as an entertainer, Doug had toured with The Who and played with The Questions and Small Faces. His passing was confirmed by publicist Lionel Midford in a poignant statement. "Just received the saddest news that Doug Parkinson, the legendary Australian recording artist with a powerful and soulful voice.
He passed away suddenly at home," he said. "Doug Parkinson was widely considered one of the most unusual and influential singer-songwriters in the history of contemporary music." In the late 1960s, Doug struck out on his own with Doug Parkinson In Focus and found
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