Session legend Chris Spedding – known for work with Elton John and Paul McCartney – diagnosed with lymphoma

Chris Spedding – a legendary session guitarist who has played alongside the likes of Elton John, Paul McCartney, Tom Waits and Roxy Music – has been diagnosed with lymphoma, it has been revealed.

The 82-year-old guitarist has now begun a nine-month process of chemotherapy, which will render him unable to work and tour, so his wife Jody and campaign organiser Eden Cale have set up a GoFundMe to cover his essential living and medical costs during this time.

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At the time of writing, nearly £25,000 has been raised of the campaign’s £50,000 goal with 314 donations.

“For over six decades, Chris Spedding has been bringing magic to stages and studios across the world with his inimitable guitar work with Roxy Music, Bryan Ferry, Elton John, John Cale, Jack Bruce, Tom Waits, Paul McCartney and Robert Gordon,” the GoFundMe reads.

“Chris’s genius as a musician, session guitarist and producer has touched generations of music lovers. But to our family, he’s just been Uncle Chris.”

It continues: “Anyone who knows Chris knows he is a kind, generous soul who would step up for anyone in need. For decades, he has given us unforgettable music. Now, it is our turn to rally around him to show our appreciation of him during this challenging time.”

You can make a donation now at the official GoFundMe page.