Founder of Bronski Beat, Steve Bronski has died aged 61. The Glasweigan keyboard player - born Steven Forrest - formed the pop group alongside Jimmy Somerville and Larry Steinbachek back in 1983.
News of Steve's passing was shared by fellow Bronski Beat member Jimmy on the band's official Facebook page, reports The Mirror.
The grieving band member wrote: "Sad to hear Steve Bronski has died."He was a talented and a very melodic man. Working with him on songs and the one song that changed our lives and touched so many other lives, was a fun and exciting time.
Thanks for the melody Steve. Jimmy x" The band enjoyed a number of UK top hits including Smalltown Boy, Why? as well as a cover of Donna Summer's 'I Feel Love'.
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