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Perth Now
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
The Dammed guitarist Brian James buried at sea
The Damned guitarist Brian James has been buried at sea. The punk rocker passed away on March 6, 2025, at the age of 70, and on April 28 Brian's family, including his widow Minna, son, Charlie and daughter-in-law, Alicia - and nine of his closest friends laid him to rest on the ocean floor in a "very emotional" private ceremony that took place off the coast of Newhaven, East Sussex, England. Speaking to The Sun newspaper, Minna - who had been with the 'Love Song' rocker since she was 18 - revealed: "It was a beautiful day and the sea was calm. 'We've been together since I was 18, so it was very emotional. "A burial at sea is pretty unusual, but it was in his will so we had to do it." After the attendees went out to sea in a boat for "around three hours" from Eastbourne, they held a small memorial service at a church near Brian and Minna's home in Brighton. A source told the publication: "Brian now sleeps with the fishes, which is what he wished for before he died. "He was a true original in life and has carried that on in death. ''The spirit of punk never left him and he was adamant he wanted his final resting place to be at sea. ''A few loved ones went out on the boat for around three hours and watched as his coffin was dropped into the drink.'' James died on March 6 after a six-decade long music career. A statement posted on his Facebook account said: "It is with great sadness that we announce the death of one of the true pioneers of music, guitarist, songwriter, and true gentleman, Brian James. "Incessantly creative and a musical tour de force, over a career which spanned more than six decades, with his music also gracing film and television soundtracks, in addition to The Damned and The Lords of the New Church, Brian worked with a plethora of punk and rock 'n' roll's finest, from Iggy Pop to Wayne Kramer, Stewart Copeland to Cheetah Chrome.' After forming The Damned, he went on to establish Tanz Der Youth before co-founding The Lords of the New Church with Stiv Bators. The band released three studio albums and produced singles such as 'Open Your Eyes', 'Dance with Me', and 'Method to My Madness'. His career continued with The Dripping Lips and the Brian James Gang, releasing solo material and collaborating with a range of influential musicians. Brian reunited with the original members of The Damned in 2022 for a series of UK shows, marking more than four decades since the release of 'New Rose'.
South China Morning Post
04-03-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Hong Kong singer Khalil Fong's music tops streaming sites across East Asia
Songs by Hong Kong singer-songwriter Khalil Fong, who died at the age of 41, have topped the charts of music-streaming platforms in Hong Kong, mainland China and Taiwan in the days after the announcement of his death. Advertisement Fong's music surged in the number of plays on various streaming platforms since his record label announced on Saturday that he 'left the world peacefully' on February 21 after fighting an illness for five years. On Tuesday, Fong's songs made up half of the Top 20 on Hong Kong's Spotify daily charts. His biggest hits, including 'Love Love Love', 'Love Song' and his cover of Faye Wong's 'Red Bean' were in the top four spots. 'Twenty-three', a song from his final album The Dreamer released last October, was second in place. Advertisement He made his comeback last year when he released the album, which he said was recorded 'during various stages of illness'.
Yahoo
01-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Music label confirms death of Hong Kong singer-songwriter Khalil Fong at age 41
HONG KONG, March 1 – Celebrated Hong Kong singer-songwriter Khalil Fong has passed away at the age of 41. The news of his death on Feb 21 was confirmed by his music label, Fu Music, in a post on Facebook. Fong — born in Hawaii in 1983 — made his mark in the music world with the release of his debut solo album, Soulboy, in 2005 which introduced his unique blend of R&B and soul music. His distinctive fusion of Western influences like Stevie Wonder and Musiq Soulchild with Chinese elements, set him apart in the Mandopop scene, earning him widespread recognition. Over the years, he became known for hits such as Love Song, Special Person, Spring Breeze, and Love Love Love. His career was interrupted by health issues beginning in 2010, when he was hospitalised multiple times due to pneumothorax — a collapsed lung — that doctors believed was caused by overwork. The health concerns prompted Fong to retreat from the public eye, particularly following the release of his 2016 album Journey to the West. Despite these challenges, he made a remarkable comeback in 2024 with The Dreamer, an album that marked his return to the music scene after a period of recovery. In interviews, Fong spoke candidly about his journey, expressing that although his health had improved, he was still in the process of recovery. Fong's death has sent shockwaves on social media, with fans flooding platforms like Weibo to express their grief and appreciation. In addition to his music, Fong's influence extended into the world of graphic novels. Just days before his death, Fong had posted a message on social media, sharing his New Year wishes and a link to his latest music video. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Khalil Fong (@soulboykhalilfong) He had also sent out a handwritten congratulatory card for a fan's wedding.
