FireHouse frontman C.J. Snare dead at 64: ‘We are all in complete shock’

nypost.com:

on Facebook Sunday.“It is with great sorrow we are letting the world know we have lost our brother: CJ Snare, the rock and roll warrior, lead vocalist, and a founding member of Firehouse,” FireHouse posted. “CJ Snare passed unexpectedly at home Friday night, April 5, 2024.

He was a young 64 years old.”“As you are all aware, CJ was expected to be back on stage with the band this summer after recovering from surgery,” said FireHouse in the statement, adding that everyone in the group was “in complete shock with CJ’s untimely passing.” “CJ was arguably one of the best vocal talents of a generation, touring the world with Firehouse nonstop the past 34 years,” the statement continued. “Our heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Snare family, Katherine Little, friends, and all our beloved fans all over the world.”” ‘Reach for the Sky’ CJ!” the post concluded, referring to their 1992 song of the same name. “You will be forever missed by family, friends, fans and your bandmates.

You’re singing with the angels now.” Several fans of the group also shared their shock over Snare’s sudden death.“A living legend!

Loved your music, and so glad to have worked with you and met you,” one person commented on the Facebook post. “Your music and voice is my inspiration, my condolences and respect to the family, Rest well my friend.