Shocked and sad at this news. Also have fond memories of taping this from the radio, it was like nothing else I'd heard. I would love to have seen them live.
Yes, unique and yet relatable. Growing up, it was easy to imagine him being the cool kid in the top year at school or at the back of the bus - you could imagine being him.
In case we don't cross paths again before tomorrow - here's wishing you a very merry Christmas, Martin. Thanks for all you post here and for keeping blogging!
Another vote to keep going from me! Many thanks for what has been a great year of reviews, music and slice of life commentary, Martin. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Sad news Martin.Far to young
ReplyDeleteVery much so.
DeleteShocked and sad at this news. Also have fond memories of taping this from the radio, it was like nothing else I'd heard. I would love to have seen them live.
ReplyDeleteI was lucky enough to see them second time around, in 2019.
DeleteI was really saddened to hear of this death today - he was so young and it was unexpected.
ReplyDeleteI feel privileged now to have seen him live all those years ago as part of the 2 Tone Tour. An exciting time in music.
So much new and exciting then.
DeleteSad news, such a unique presence and voice.
ReplyDeleteYes, unique and yet relatable. Growing up, it was easy to imagine him being the cool kid in the top year at school or at the back of the bus - you could imagine being him.
DeleteAnother icon gone. Great memories of Margate in 2019, hope he's listening to 2 Tone up there with Ranking Roger who also went way too soon. RIP.
ReplyDeleteIcon is right, mate. 2 Tone heaven is sadly filling up.
DeleteLike nothing I'd ever heard before, the song still sends a shiver down my spine. What a sad, sad loss.
ReplyDeleteExactly, I remember having the same reaction.
DeleteIn case we don't cross paths again before tomorrow - here's wishing you a very merry Christmas, Martin. Thanks for all you post here and for keeping blogging!
ReplyDeleteThank you, C, and the same to you. Keep blogging...? Well, maybe..
DeleteYes please Martin, keep blogging. Marry Christmas!
DeleteI'll try, I expect. Merry Christmas.
DeleteAnother vote to keep going from me! Many thanks for what has been a great year of reviews, music and slice of life commentary, Martin. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
DeleteCheers, I'll try. And likewise to you, merry Christmas.
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