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Colin Jerwood dead at 63: British punk rockstar tragically dies as family make sad request

Colin Jerwood dead at 63: British punk rockstar tragically dies as family make sad request

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Colin Jerwood, a British punk rock star, tragically passed away at the age of 63 after a brief illness. The singer’s band, Conflict, shared the depressing news today, saying: “It is with a very heavy heart that Colin passed away after a brief illness.

We are aware of the difficulty of this news for his supporters.

They explained that they had set up a website where friends could post tributes to their friends, and that they “we appreciate that many of you might want to share your condolences.” You can contribute to this online memorial page created by us. You can also make memorial donations to charities in his name.

Colin Jerwood founded the punk collective Conflict.

Then, in response to Colin’s family’s heartbreaking request, they continued, “Colin’s family means the world to him, and he would like their wishes to be respected.”

“We ask that you refrain from attending his funeral. Your presence will be felt as his family reads any comments on the memorial page.

We appreciate you’ve continued to support Colin and Conflict.

Eltham, South London, was the original home of the punk band Conflict. The original lineup, which was formed in 1981, included Colin, Francisco “Paco,” Carreno, John, Steve, Pauline, and Paul a.k.a. ” Nobody who is nihilistic.

In the midst of the UK punk boom, Colin founded Conflict, which he was known for firmly opposed to fascism and animal rights.

Under Colin’s guidance, Conflict supported other bands like Hagar the Womb and Icons of Filth while also releasing music through their own Mortarhate Records label.

The death of the singer has had a significant impact on the punk rock scene, with both fans and other musicians paying tribute.

One reacted to X and said, “That’s sad news. Only once, in the early 1980s, was Conflict at the Chelmsford YMCA. one of my best professional appearances ever. RiP. “

Another person praised Colin & Conflict as being a great inspiration for their lives. He was the one who opened my eyes to the horrors of the meat industry and vivisection. He has saved many animals, and he has inspired me to become a vegetarian and now that I am, I want to thank him for it. Now, Colin, rest easy.

A third shared the sentiment that “their powerful lyrics & music will forever run through my veins.”

“Sleep easy now, beautiful man.”

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Source: Mirror

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