The rock world is mourning the loss of Greg Kihn, who died at the age of 75 following a battle with Alzheimer's disease.
"With a unique songwriting style that blended folk, classic rock, blues and pop, his sound helped define a rich musical legacy in the San Francisco Bay Area scene. Greg rose to worldwide fame in the 1980s and left an indelible mark for generations to come," said his management in a statement. "Rest in peace, dear Greg. Your music, your voice, your stories, your spirit and your passion will forever echo in our hearts and inspire countless souls."
Kihn came out of the Bay Area in the 70s, and released his first album 76, but it wasn't till the 80's that Kihn scored a hit with "The Breakup Song (They Don't Write 'Em)," which reached number 15 on the Billboard Hot 100. A hot live act Kihn would catch fire by 83 when his song "Jeopardy" reached number two on the Hot 100 and number one on the dance chart, making it the biggest hit of his career, and setting up the Weird Al Yankovic paraody "I Lost On Jeopardy".
When his career in music winded down, Greg took to radio with a stint at San Jose classic rock radio station KFOX.
"He will always be a part of the 98.5 KFOX family and an amazing friend. Greg you will be missed," said morning host Chris Jackson on the station's Facebook page.
Kihn helped raise money for Operation Care and Comfort, a San Jose-based nonprofit supporting veterans, and became an author.
Greg is survived by his wife Jay Arafiles-Kihn, son Ryan Kihn, daughter Alex Harrington-Kihn, son in-law Samora Harrington, and two grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, Kihn's family rather donations be made to The Alzheimer's Association in Greg Kihn's name.
RIP Greg