Freddie Salem of the Outlaws Dies at 70
Southern rock guitarist Freddie Salem has died at the age of 70. He was best known for his contributions to the band Outlaws, but recently had been with his own band named Freddie Salem & Lonewolf. They confirmed his death on Facebook, writing: “This morning, the Heavens parted for the arrival of a legend. Rock on high, Freddie Salem. Until we meet again.”
Outlaws also shared a statement about his death: “It’s with a heavy heart that we have to tell Outlaws fans about the passing of our former guitarist Freddie Salem. Freddie passed from complications due to cancer and will be remembered for his outgoing personality and passion for music. He first appeared with the Outlaws on the album Playin’ to Win and then remained in the band for the following 4 albums. He was an electric performer and beloved musician, and he will be missed.”
Outlaws is an American Southern rock band from Florida, best known for their hit song “There Goes Another Love Song” in 1975. Salem joined the band a few years later in 1977, replacing Henry Paul, and toured with the Outlaws during their tour with the Rolling Stones. Not only did Salem play lead guitar for the band, but he also wrote many of their songs.
In more recent years, Salem started his own band, Freddie Salem & Lonewolf, and played with them. In 2016, he was inducted into the RockGodz Hall of Fame in Las Vegas. Over the years, he also worked with other musicians, including Barbra Streisand, Olivia Newton-John, Harry Belafonte, Natalie Cole and Anne Murray.
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