Post by Lord Emsworth on Mar 17, 2024 11:26:56 GMT
Very sad news...
Musician Steve Harley has died of cancer aged 73.
The singer, who perfomed as part of Cockney Rebel, was touring up until January 2024, but was forced to cancel dates after being diagnosed with cancer.
His most well-known song was “Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me)”, which he wrote and released in 1975.
In a social media post on 13 February, the musician’s team had shared that Harley had hoped he would be better next year as they wrote: “Due to on-going treatment for cancer, Steve cannot commit to any concerts in 2024.
“Steve is hoping next year will be altogether different. He appreciates all your kind words and good wishes. Team SH.”
Cockney Rebel gained success in the early 1970s for their glam rock music embracing their London roots. The original band was made up of Harley, Jean-Paul Crocker, drummer Stuart Elliott, bassist Paul Jeffreys and guitarist Nick Jones.
The musician enjoyed a brief stint as a solo artist before the band regrouped in April 1990 after the success of Harley’s 1989 tour.
From 1999 to 2008, Harley presented the BBC 2 radio show, Sounds of the 70s. Tony Blackburn has since hosted the show since 2017.
Musician Steve Harley has died of cancer aged 73.
The singer, who perfomed as part of Cockney Rebel, was touring up until January 2024, but was forced to cancel dates after being diagnosed with cancer.
His most well-known song was “Make Me Smile (Come Up and See Me)”, which he wrote and released in 1975.
In a social media post on 13 February, the musician’s team had shared that Harley had hoped he would be better next year as they wrote: “Due to on-going treatment for cancer, Steve cannot commit to any concerts in 2024.
“Steve is hoping next year will be altogether different. He appreciates all your kind words and good wishes. Team SH.”
Cockney Rebel gained success in the early 1970s for their glam rock music embracing their London roots. The original band was made up of Harley, Jean-Paul Crocker, drummer Stuart Elliott, bassist Paul Jeffreys and guitarist Nick Jones.
The musician enjoyed a brief stint as a solo artist before the band regrouped in April 1990 after the success of Harley’s 1989 tour.
From 1999 to 2008, Harley presented the BBC 2 radio show, Sounds of the 70s. Tony Blackburn has since hosted the show since 2017.
