Eric Carmen was a member of the 1970s power-pop pioneers the Raspberries, as well as a solo artist, and his soft-rock crooning later as a solo artist propelled songs like "All by Myself" and "Hungry Eyes." He died in his sleep over the weekend, according to his wife, Amy Carmen.
The band was formed in Cleveland in 1970 and featured Mr. Carmen as lead singer. At a time when progressive rock bands like Yes, Lake & Palmer, and T.Rex were popular, the Raspberries recalled an intricate song.