Redbone singer Lolly Vegas dies in Los Angeles

Lolly Vegas, a co-founder of Redbone who wrote the hit "Come and Get Your Love" for the 1970s band, has died in Los Angeles, a spokesman said on Saturday.

Vegas, 70, who had been battling cancer for several years, died at home on Thursday, band spokesman Joe Ortiz said.    

Singerguitarist Vegas, whose real name was Lolly Vasquez, formed Redbone with his brother Patrick in 1969.

The band, with members of Latino and native American origin, released its self-titled debut album the following year. "Come and Get Your Love" peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart in 1974. Vegas is survived by his brother.