Steve Harley was 73.
Tributes have been paid to Steve Harley after the Cockney Rebel singer/songwriter’s passing was announced by his family yesterday (March 17th).
“We are devastated to announce that our wonderful husband and father has passed away peacefully at home, with his family by his side,” their statement read.
Harley had paused his touring commitments late last year after being diagnosed with cancer, this subsequent sad news being met with many message from the music world.
Among those leaving their thoughts was Midge Ure, who wrote:
Steve Harley was a true ‘working musician’ He toured until he could tour no more, playing his songs for fans old and new. My thoughts go out to Dorothy and his family at this very sad time. Our songs live on longer than we ever can.
