Tributes have been paid this morning across the region to singer Terry Hall who has died after a short illness at the age of 63
Hall Will be remembered as the lead singer of the Coventry based band the Specials who had hits in the early 2989’s with Ghost Town,” “Gangsters,” and “Too Much Too Young.”
Writer and DJ Dave Haslam tweeted
“One of the all time greats of British music & an icon for a generation. He was unique, deep, funny. The man who buried for me that cliche “don’t meet your heroes”. I had some wonderful times with Terry. Loved him. It’s that simple. Gutted. #TerryHall RIP”
And singer Rowetta wrote
“One of the greatest frontmen from one of the greatest bands.
And a gorgeous, kind, down to earth man. I’ll miss his music, his United post match honesty, his messages.”
DJ Marc Riley tweeted
2022 has been a particularly cruel year. So many brilliant people taken from us. TERRY HALL R.I.P. Thoughts are with his family and friends.
In a thread on Twitter, the band shared: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing, following a brief illness, of Terry, our beautiful friend, brother and one of the most brilliant singers, songwriters and lyricists this country has ever produced.
“Terry was a wonderful husband and father and one of the kindest, funniest, and most genuine of souls. His music and his performances encapsulated the very essence of life… the joy, the pain, the humour, the fight for justice, but mostly the love.
“He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him and leaves behind the gift of his remarkable music and profound humanity. Terry often left the stage at the end of The Specials’ life-affirming shows with three words… ‘Love Love Love’.
The band added: “We would ask that everyone respect the family’s privacy at this very sad time.”
