RIP John Martyn
Jan 29 2009
Songwriter Martyn dies, aged 60
Singer-songwriter John Martyn has died at the age of 60.
The folk, blues and funk artist was widely regarded as one of the most soulful and innovative singer-songwriters of his generation.
He was born in Surrey but grew up in Glasgow. He was appointed an OBE in the New Year Honours.
A statement on his website on Thursday said: “With heavy heart and an unbearable sense of loss we must announce that John died this morning.”
Shit man, going to miss this guy. Music’s just lost a legend. Went to one of his shows just before Christmas, it was fuckin’ amazing.
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