Singer-songwriter Eric Carmen, known for his work with the power-pop band the Raspberries in the 1970s and his later solo hits, has passed away at the age of 74. His wife, Amy Carmen, announced his death on his website, mentioning that he passed away peacefully in his sleep over the weekend.
Eric Carmen had a successful music career, with 13 songs on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, including three in the Top 10. The Raspberries, formed in Cleveland in 1970, achieved popularity with hits like “Go All the Way” and their album “Fresh,” which reached No. 36 on the charts.
