Jock McDonald dead at 69 – Iconic Scottish musician drowns in ‘freak swimming accident'
The Bollock Brothers singer Jock McDonald passed away in Bundoran, Ireland on Saturday.
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The tragic news was confirmed by the band's drummer Pat Pattyn on social media.
He wrote: "It is with great sadness in my heart, I have to bring you this terrible news.
"Sadly, our singer Jock McDonald has died in Ireland, apparently a freak swimming accident.
"His children asked me to tell you all via this way. His family and all the Bollock Brothers are in shock. We are going to try and give this a place, but that won't be easy.
Please don't try to call us today, give us some time, please. Rest in peace, my friend. I will miss you."
The Bollock Brothers were formed in 1979 and are best known for their English-language cover of Serge Gainsbourg's French song song Harley David (Son of a B***h) and Alex Harvey's Faith Healer.
Tributes have flooded in for punk rock pioneer Jock on social media.
One person wrote: "He was a complete one off!
"He will be missed, and somewhere up amongst the stars, his spirit flies free, forever dreaming of the next brilliant idea!
"My condolences to his family and band mates."
Another said: "Thanks for the great moments we shared together, Jock.
"I could write a book about all the crazy stories we've been through, the beautiful memories will remain forever.
"Let your star shine in the sky like you always shined on stage, shine on you crazy diamond. Rest in peace, my dear friend."
A third added: "We will remember you for your kindness, your friendliness, your love for Belgium and Germany, your love of football and your involvement in punk since its very beginnings. Rest in peace and thank you."
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