Steve Mackey was 56.
Pulp have announced the death of their bass player Steve Mackey.
“Our beloved friend & bass player Steve Mackey passed away this morning,” a post on the band’s social media pages reads. “Our thoughts are with his family & loved ones.”
“This photo of Steve dates from when Pulp were on tour in South America in 2012. We had a day off and Steve suggested we go climbing in the Andes. So we did and it was a completely magical experience.”
“Far more magical than staring at the hotel wall all day (which is probably what we’d have done otherwise). Steve made things happen. In his life and in the band.”
“We’d very much like to think that he’s back in those mountains now, on the next stage of his adventure.”
“Safe travels, Steve. We hope to catch up with you one day. All our love xx.”