David Surkamp, lead singer of Pavlov’s Dog, dies at 73

Singer David Surkamp of Pavlov's Dog relaxes in his hotel room, Los Angeles, CA 1975. (Photo by Mark Sullivan/Getty Images)

David Surkamp, the lead singer of progressive rock band Pavlov’s Dog, died unexpectedly Oct. 13, the band announced in a Facebook post.

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Surkamp was remembered as a creative force whose distinctive artistry and emotional music touched listeners around the world and across generations.

"David had a profoundly poetic spirit and a romantic heart that found its way into every note, every lyric, and every performance," Abbie Steiling wrote on behalf of Pavlov’s Dog.

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The band said Surkamp encouraged the musicians around him to showcase their strengths and remained a dedicated performer throughout his life.

"No matter what life held for him, he came alive onstage," the post said. "If he was playing music, it was a great day."

Surkamp’s family, friends and fellow members of the Pavlov’s Dog community are mourning his death. The band also expressed its condolences to his children, Saylor and Evan, and the Surkamp family.

The post described Surkamp’s love for his wife, Sara, and said the band hopes he has found peace.

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Pavlov’s Dog invited fans to share memories of Surkamp in the comments or through private messages.

The Source: Information in this story came from a Facebook post published by Abbie Steiling on behalf of Pavlov’s Dog. This story was reported from Los Angeles. 

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