[4] In 1969, Paul McCartney produced the song "Come and Get It" for The Iveys, who prior to its release, changed their name to Badfinger and replaced Griffiths with guitarist Joey Molland.

[5] During his tenure with Badfinger, Gibbins - along with the other members of the band - contributed musically to the George Harrison album All Things Must Pass, and played at The Concert for Bangladesh.

[6] After Pete Ham died by suicide in 1975, Badfinger broke up and Gibbins found work as a session drummer in Wales.

[8] Gibbins released four albums later in his life, A Place in Time, More Annoying Songs, Archeology and In the Meantime featuring his own compositions.

[2] Speaking of his bandmate, Molland (who is now the only surviving member of Badfinger's classic line-up) said: "I spoke to Mike on Monday afternoon.