Martin Duffy has died aged 55.
The Primal Scream keyboardist – who additionally performed within the likes of Felt and the Charlatans – has handed away, as confirmed by his former bandmate Tim Burgess.
On Tuesday (20.12.22), The Charlatans frontman tweeted: “Another tragic loss of a beautiful soul.
“Martin Duffy stepped in to save The Charlatans when we lost Rob – he played with us at Knebworth and was a true friend.
“He toured with me in my solo band too – he was a pleasure to spend time with. Safe travels Duffy.”
The Birmingham born musician joined indie band Felt in 1985 when he was 16 years outdated after frontman Lawrence posted an advert in a Virgin information retailer within the metropolis.
The discover – which known as for a guitarist – learn “Do You Want To Be A Rock ‘N’ Roll Star?”, and somebody beneficial Duffy.
He later joined Primal Scream, initially taking part in on the band’s first two albums – 1987’s ‘Sonic Flower Groove’ and 1989’s self titled document – earlier than changing into a full time member on the finish of the 12 months.
After Charlatans’ founding member Rob Collins died, Duffy joined the group on the final minute once they supported Oasis at Knebworth, and he performed on their 1997 LP ‘Tellin’ Stories’.
The musician’s household and Primal Scream are but to touch upon his loss of life.
Tributes have poured in from followers after Tim’s emotional put up.
One fan replied: “RIP Duffy, seen the Scream many a time and he was a legend. Lots of love to all his family, band mates and to you Tim.”
Another admirer added: “What a musician he was; and by all accounts a lovely soul too. So sorry for your loss x”
Others had been saddened by such a tragic loss so quickly after the loss of life of The Specials frontman Terry Hall.
A fan tweeted: “Oh no – more terrible news. A tremendous talent.”
