Scottish singer-songwriter and drummer Patrick Doyle has died at the age of 32. Patrick was indie pop band Veronica Falls‘ drummer and Boys Forever & Basic Plumbing singer/song-writer. He was also a member of short-lived The Royal We & Sexy Kids.
The following is the statement Veronica Falls posted on its official Facebook account: ‘We are heartbroken to confirm the death of Patrick Doyle. He was 32. Patrick was Veronica Falls’ drummer, and made solo music as Boys Forever/Basic Plumbing. He was a dear son, brother, uncle and friend, and we loved him dearly. His family are immensely proud of all he achieved. We’re asking for any donations to be given to the Los Angeles LGBT Center, who were an invaluable support for Patrick.’
Marion Herbain (Veronica Falls bandmate) wrote on Instagram, ‘Everything hurts and it’s been hard finding the right words while dealing with feelings ranging from complete heartbreak to remorse. It hasn’t fully sunk in yet, but I’m glad I got to spend some of the best years of my life by your side, as a bandmate and a friend. RIP, P. dogg.’
Indie scene has suffered a major loss of a very young and extremely talented musician….
Christos Doukakis
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