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Cathal Coughlan, frontman with Microdisney and The Fatima Mansions, has died aged 61
Cathal Coughlan, frontman with acclaimed indie bands Fatima Mansions and Microdisney, has died, aged 61.His family announced the news, saying he “slipped away peacefully in hospital after a long illness”.The statement added: “It is with deep sadness that we have to inform you of the passing of Cathal Coughlan on 18th May 2022.“Cathal Coughlan first came to prominence as the singer and songwriter, alongside Sean O’Hagan, of their band, Microdisney. Formed in 1980 in Cork, Ireland, the duo relocated to London, became a five-piece, and recorded five albums for Rough Trade Records, first, and then Virgin Records.
