Stayin' Alive

Robin Gibb, pictured in the middle, with his brothers

Their unmistakable, classic and funky sound inspired an entire generation and graced one of the biggest soundtracks in music history. From Saturday Night Fever to Stayin' Alive, the brother's Gibb or Bee Gees were a powerhouse for the disco era. 

Yesterday, Robin Gibb passed away at the age of 62.  Robin had a long and difficult battle with intestinal cancer and the illness had taken a visible toil on the singer. 

Family spokesman Doug Wright said in a statement, "Robin passed away today following his long battle with cancer and intestinal surgery." Despite their differences Robin and his older brother, and only surviving member of the Bee Gees, Barry Gibb had managed to reconcile over the last couple of years. 

For more on the Bee Gees and their historic musical careers please go to: http://www.usatoday.com/life/people/obit/story/2012-04-14/robin-gibb-obit/55097560/1.