As 2020 continues to be one of the worst years we’ve seen in quite some time, we sadly report Jimmy Webb, the New York rock-punk fashion icon has died at the age of 62. Webb was the manager and buyer from the New York clothing store, Trash and Vaudeville, in the East Village. He later opened his own shop, I NEED MORE, in the Lower East Side. Over the years, Webb had many high-class customers, including Iggy Pop, Joan Jett, and Guns N’ Roses, Duff McKagan. Webb’s keen eye to help both fans and musicians find their own rocker style along with his warmth, kindness, and generosity will always be remembered. Rolling Stone reports, Webb’s friend Heart Montalbano confirmed the news stating his cause of death was cancer.
Members in the metal community have paid tribute to this significant loss:
RIP Jimmy Webb. He was a legend on NYC rock & roll scene & known for dressing so many rock guys. Was such a good dude. We did a segment with him once at Trash & Vaudeville on @ThatMetalShow . Very sad to hear of his passing. Condolences to friends & family
— Eddie Trunk (@EddieTrunk) April 15, 2020
RIP JIMMY WEBB💔 He was a long time friend and supporter of The 69 Eyes. Here with a set of @villeakseli art. One of the last real Lower East Side rockers and characters. 😰 J69 X pic.twitter.com/KPJRQLJ9yd
— The 69 Eyes Official (@69eyesofficial) April 14, 2020
Our friend, Jimmy Webb, a legend and a St. Marks St. legend, stylist of the punks, famous and not, has passed. I’m so very sad and we’ll all miss your energetic, warm soul. The city will not be the same without you. pic.twitter.com/RI06gv8f0C
— Joan Jett (@joanjett) April 15, 2020
R.I.P. to My & All of our Brother #jimmywebb I can’t Fuqn believe this Right Now! Ty for All the Love u Always Gave me thru out all these years JW! Damn! Gonna miss ya man…Mt🙏💯❤😪 pic.twitter.com/bLEIjbX5Y7
— BulletBoys (@TheBulletBoys) April 14, 2020
We love you Jimmy
Pic @avant_GODLIS pic.twitter.com/j86omEwkno
— Debbie Harry/BLONDIE (@BlondieOfficial) April 14, 2020
RIP Jimmy Webb https://t.co/QQuYVObhsh
— Sebastian Bach (@sebastianbach) April 15, 2020
Jimmy Webb was a great friend of mine. I bought every pair of Cuban heeled boots that I wore from 1987 – 2011 at Trash & Vaudeville from Jimmy. Rest in peace brother we will miss you. You came from the time of true rock and roll 👢❤ https://t.co/WYSPy77GAO
— Sebastian Bach (@sebastianbach) April 14, 2020
Jimmy was a RocknRoll renaissance man. A true survivor & inspiration.His heart was always full of love and he let the world know it.We will all miss his special spirit. NYC will never feel the same without Jimmy’s smile waiting for you as you entered his store. RIP Rockstar https://t.co/ntG9Pvo4Fk
— xxıS ıʞʞıN (@NikkiSixx) April 15, 2020
We’re sure gonna miss our good pal, #JimmyWebb. He was so generous with his kindness. I will never forget.
I think the best thing to do to honor him this evening is turn on Iggy Pop and dance. #INeedMore pic.twitter.com/4TfBmBuMfV— Tyler Bryant (@thetylerbryant) April 14, 2020
End of (another) era. Jimmy was a St Marks fixture along with his beloved Trash & Vaudeville. When Trash closed he held on because HE NEEDED MORE..and we were all grateful for his die hard integrity. Jimmy you will be missed by many. #RIP #jimmywebb #ineedmore #trashandvaudeville pic.twitter.com/Q45yfZLtv8
— CRO-MAGS (@realcromags) April 15, 2020
Rest In Peace Jimmy Webb of @trashvaudeville NYC sweet guy Love Dave #JimmyWebb #jimmywebbrip pic.twitter.com/6so7uyvwh4
— Dave Davies (@davedavieskinks) April 15, 2020
Our thoughts and condolences go out to Webb’s family and friends during this difficult time.
