Jimmy Beaumont –
Singer, songwriter, Skyliner.
October 21, 1940 – October 7, 2017.
Aged 76 years.
Most recognized for: Jimmy was the lead singer for 50’s doo-wop group The Skyliners and co-writer their hit “Since I Don’t Have You,” which has been covered by everyone from Barbara Streisand to Guns N’ Roses. The original lineup disbanded in 1963, but Jimmy limped it along for another 50+ years utilizing a revolving door of personnel.