Robert Wyatt’s son has offered an update on his father’s health, assuring fans that he is being well taken care of. The 78-year-old musician and composer was a founding member of Soft Machine and Matching Mole before embarking on a 40-year solo career. Wyatt became paraplegic in 1973 following an accidental fall from a window. Despite this, he continued to excel as an artist and became an important figure in British jazz fusion, psychedelia and progressive rock. His 2007 album ‘Comicopera’ featured contributions from Brian Eno and Paul Weller, among others.
Wyatt retired from music in 2014, stating that while he hadn’t planned it, it was time to focus on other things. He expressed that he was more involved in politics than music at the moment. Wyatt’s son, Sam, revealed in a February 6th Facebook post that his father’s recent memory loss has been diagnosed as progressive. He also stated that Wyatt is physically very frail and can no longer respond to messages and letters or offer input on other people’s music. Sam assured fans that his father appreciates the love and loyalty received over the years and is being well taken care of.
According to Setlist.FM, Wyatt’s final live performance was part of the 2014 EFG London Jazz Festival. He has had a remarkable career and his influence on British music has been significant. Wyatt’s legacy is cemented in the annals of musical history, and his contribution will not be forgotten
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