John Nolan who was the lead guitarist of the musical brand The Powder Monkey has recently passed away. Read the article below to know more about him.
John Nolan, one of Australia’s greatest guitarists, has died. Everyone will remember him for the person he was and for his music.
He is best known for his work with the bands Bored!, Spencer P Jones, The Escape Committee, The Powder Monkeys, and the most recent The Powerline Sneakers.
Who Is John Nolan Melbourne? Wikipedia Bio
John Nolan was a well-known guitarist for the band The Power Monkey.
He was also known as the former member of Bored, which he left later with his friend, Tim Hemensley to start their own new brand, The Powder Monkey”.
The band was one of Australia’s most feared and infamous bands. However, the bad was resolved in 2002, after releasing their three studio albums which made them famous.
They were, Smashed on a Knee (March 1994), Time Wounds All Heels (February 1996), and Lost City Blues (2000). You can find his music on Youtube, which is also presented below.
In addition, they also released two live songs and 4 extended plays.
In 2001, John suffered a heart attack from the excessive use of drugs, which left him with impaired motor skills.
After recovering from his medical conditions, Nolan went on to play with the late Spencer P. Jones. More recently, he was in the Powerline Sneakers with ex-Splatterheads vocalist Sly Faulkner, bassist Katie Dixon, and drummer Mark Hurst (Yes-Men).
The band went on a break during the pandemic after Dixon, the bassist announced her departure, but they soon blessed our ears with a fantastic album, “Disasterpiece.”
Powder Monkey Director John Nolan Passed Away: His Death Cause
Everyone has been thrown off guard by the death of the Powder Monkey Director John Nolan. He passed away on December 13, 2021, according to the tribute by his close friends and relatives.
The cause of his death is still yet to be disclosed and is under investigation. John Nolan was a musician loved and respected by his fan and followers.
Really saddened by the news of the passing of John Nolan. I was only speaking with him last month and he sent me a Powder Monkeys tee. Legend. God you could play the guitar. Rest well Johnny ?Thoughts to his family, friends and band mates. pic.twitter.com/R5od09O5pk
— Adam Auld (@Adam_Auld) December 13, 2021
They are paying tributes to him along with sharing some of their fond memories associated with him.
One tweet with John’s famous smashed on a knee album and writes, “It’s with sadness that we report the death of John Nolan of the Powder Monkeys. This album should be in the collection of every Australian record collector.”
In fact, John is a true legend, and his works should be honored and displayed in every record store for sure.
I had a long and deep chat with John Nolan on a boat which was an awe inspiring moment of my life. I saw him play with Bitter Sweet Kicks. He truly loved that young band, just like SPJ. My deepest thoughts go out to all of John’s family friends & band mates. ???⚡️? #JohnNolan pic.twitter.com/r5jqQcgqg4
— ?????? ?????? ? (@CarbieWarbie) December 13, 2021
Another share his conversation with John Nolan, which he considered as an awe-inspiring moment in his life. He writes, “He was playing with Bitter Sweet Kicks when I saw him. He, like SPJ, adored that young band.”
He further added his heartfelt condolences towards all of John’s family friends & bandmates.
Similarly, we pray to God to give his friends and family the strength and patience to bear the tragic loss of such a great person.