Tributes have been paid to former Primal Scream keyboardist Martin Duffy who has died aged 55.
His death was confirmed by The Charlatans frontman Tim Burgess on Twitter.
Burgess said: “Another tragic loss of a beautiful soul... Safe travels Duffy."
Another tragic loss of a beautiful soul. Martin Duffy stepped in to save The Charlatans when we lost Rob - he played with us at Knebworth and was a true friend. He toured with me in my solo band too - he was a pleasure to spend time with. Safe travels Duffy 💔 pic.twitter.com/cvuEvvqYGa
— Tim Burgess (@Tim_Burgess) December 20, 2022
Duffy grew up in Birmingham and joined indie band Felt at 16, before going on to be part of Primal Scream for three decades, becoming a full time member.
While The Charlatans were supporting Oasis at Knebworth, Duffy stepped in at the last minute to play with the band.
Burgess said: “Martin Duffy stepped in to save The Charlatans when we lost Rob - he played with us at Knebworth and was a true friend.
“He toured with me in my solo band too - he was a pleasure to spend time with. Safe travels Duffy”.
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