Remembering the forgotten...

[Audio_ELF]

The musician behind one of the most recognisable saxophone solos - on Gerry Rafferty's hit Baker Street - died on Monday (21st October 2014).

 

Raphael Ravenscroft, 60, who found fame almost overnight following the release of the 1978 track, died following a suspected heart attack early on Sunday.

 

He was reportedly paid only £27 for the session with a cheque that bounced while the song is said to have earned Rafferty £80,000 a year in royalties.

 

So... lets remember those forgotten backing artists.

 

Eloise