Santana lead vocalist dead at 79

Alex Ligertwood, a Scottish-born lead vocalist for Santana who performed with the band across five iterations from 1979 to 1994 and contributed to hits including 'Winning,' 'Hold On,' and 'You Know That I Love You,' died in Los Angeles on Friday at age 79. The cause of death was not disclosed, though his wife Shawn Brogan stated he passed peacefully in his sleep. The Fox News article is bylined to an entertainment reporter and includes a substantial statement from his widow, details of his collaborative history with Santana and other acts (Jeff Beck Group, Average White Band), and songwriting credits. Coverage from Forbes, Parade, and The Herald Scotland corroborates the basic facts of his death and professional biography, confirming his Scottish origins and tenure with Santana during a classic period of the band's output.