Legendary Australian Rocker Robert Taylor Dies at 74

In a tragic turn of events, the music world has lost a true icon. Robert Taylor, the former lead guitarist and backing vocalist of the legendary Australian rock band Dragon, has passed away at the age of 74. Taylor's passing was confirmed in a social media post by his longtime friend and former Dragon drummer, Kerry Jacobson.

Taylor had a storied career with Dragon, contributing to some of the band's most beloved and successful songs. Born in New Zealand, he joined the group in 1974 and helped propel them to stardom with hits like "Are You Old Enough?," "April Sun In Cuba," and "Still In Love With You" in the late 1970s. After a brief hiatus, Taylor rejoined Dragon in the early 1980s, playing a pivotal role in their impressive comeback with the album "Body and the Beat" and its chart-topping singles "Rain," "Cry," and "Magic."

Dragon's influence and impact on Australian music was cemented in 2008 when the band was inducted into the prestigious ARIA Hall of Fame. Taylor was there to celebrate this honor alongside his former bandmates. Jacobson's tribute to his dear friend highlighted Taylor's exceptional songwriting abilities, musical talent, and unwavering loyalty, describing him as "one of the good ones" who will be deeply missed.