His arrival marked a transformative era for the band as they moved into a more refined phase of their career. With his fluid, blues-influenced style, Dunlap left an indelible mark on the band’s final studio albums, Don’t Tell a Soul (1989) and All Shook Down (1990), blending his musicianship into their evolving sound and refining the raw, punk edge that defined their earlier work.
In a heartfelt statement, Dunlap’s family shared the details of his peaceful passing:
“Bob passed at home today at 12:48 p.m., surrounded by family. We played his ‘Live at the Turf Club (’Thank You Dancers!)’ CD, and he left us shortly after listening to his version of ‘Hillbilly Heaven’—a deeply poignant moment. His passing came after a natural decline over the past week, primarily due to complications from his stroke.”
Born Robert Dunlap
