Chris Cross dead: Ultravox musician dies aged 71 as devastated bandmates share emotional tributes | EBQ4174 | 2024-04-03 06:08:01
Chris Cross dead: Ultravox musician dies aged 71 as devastated bandmates share emotional tributes | EBQ4174 | 2024-04-03 06:08:01
The legendary 80's musician, whose real identify is Chris Allen, died on March 25 but the tragic information was only announced final night time.
ULTRAVOX star Chris Cross who co-wrote the band's basic hit 'Vienna' has died aged 71.&
The legendary 80's musician, whose real identify is Chris Allen, died on March 25 but the tragic information was only announced final night time.
In an emotional tribute, former bandmate Midge Ure described Chris, who performed the bass, as "the glue that held the band together".
He wrote: "We worked together, we played collectively, made music and directed videos collectively.&
"We have been immediate pals as well as Ultravox comrades. Even after years apart we managed to select up the place we left off like the years in between never existed. You have been the glue that held the band collectively.&
"You have been the logic in the insanity and the insanity in our lives. It was nice to know and develop with you. You're liked and missed previous pal."
Born in London on July 14, 1952, Chris shaped the Tiger Lily band, which later turned the legendary 80's band Ultravox, in 1974 alongside frontman Dennis Leigh and& guitarist Stevie Shears.
Drummer& Warren Cann and William Currie, aka Billy Currie, have been welcomed in later.
They have been inspired by the Rolling Stones,& Beatles& late period, and glam artists reminiscent of& David Bowie and the New York Dolls.
The group shot to fame after their first breakthrough album Ultravox!, earlier than reaching new highs with their fourth album Vienna, by which era Midge Ure had been inaugurated& into the band.
In 2009 the band got here together much to followers' excitement for a reunion tour, and released their ultimate album Sensible.
In his adolescence, Chris' love for music was sparked by bands such because the Small Faces, and artists together with Desmond Dekker.
<!-- End of Brightcove Player --> He started enjoying in groups around Tottenham and was later part of Stoned Rose, which additionally welcomed Pete Hughes and Mick Carroll – who went on to create Ritzi.
Chris additionally targeted on his schooling, choosing to review psychology at school.
Devastated fans have additionally paid their respects to the music icon.
One posted: "The second single I purchased for myself was Ultravox's 'All Stood Nonetheless', and I've liked them ever since. RIP Chris Cross."
One other shared: "Extremely sad news of the passing of Chris Cross, bass player with Ultravox.
"The version with John Foxx in the 1970s was one among my favorite bands."
"Such sad information concerning the passing of Chris Cross. He was integral part of each incarnations of Ultravox and a terrific musician who will probably be sadly missed," added one other fan.
"Chris Allen gone. That's a hard one to take. Ultravox have been a huge a part of my youth. RIP Chris," agreed a fourth.
One fan wrote: "Such unhappy news. My deepest condolences to Chris' family and friends. Relaxation nicely, Chris."
Emotional tributes have poured in for musician Chris Cross[/caption]
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