Commodores Bassist Ronald LaPread Passes Away at 75
Commodores bassist Ronald LaPread, known for ‘Three Times a Lady’ and more, dies aged 75
-copy.jpeg%3Fwidth%3D1200%26auto%3Dwebp%26trim%3D0%252C0%252C0%252C0&w=1200&q=75)
Image: The Independent
Ronald LaPread, the former bassist of the Commodores, has died at the age of 75 in Auckland, New Zealand. Known for his contributions to hits like 'Three Times a Lady' and 'Easy,' LaPread was a key member of the band from 1970 to 1986 and was also active in the Civil Rights Movement.
- 01LaPread was a member of the Commodores from 1970 to 1986, contributing to major hits.
- 02He co-wrote the funk classic 'Brick House' and the ballad 'Easy,' among other songs.
- 03LaPread was heavily involved in the Civil Rights Movement, marching with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
- 04His death was announced by his daughter, Soraya LaPread, following a sudden medical event.
- 05He had been living in Auckland, New Zealand, since the 1980s.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Ronald LaPread, the former bassist for the iconic funk and soul band Commodores, has passed away at the age of 75 in Auckland, New Zealand. LaPread was a pivotal member of the group from 1970 to 1986, during which they produced numerous hits including 'Three Times a Lady', 'Easy', and 'Brick House', the latter of which he co-wrote. His daughter, musician and film producer Soraya LaPread, announced his death on social media, expressing her sorrow. LaPread was born on September 4, 1950, in Florida and raised in Tuskegee, Alabama. He began his musical journey in church and became involved in the Civil Rights Movement, marching alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. LaPread joined the Commodores when they were still emerging, contributing significantly to their sound and songwriting. His work included co-writing tracks for several of the band's albums, with 'Three Times a Lady' being one of their most notable successes. After leaving the band in 1986, he relocated to New Zealand where he continued to create music and raise his daughter.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
What is your favorite song by the Commodores?
Connecting to poll...
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.




