RIP Mark Stewart

2023-04-22 by SandwichBubble | 4 Comments
Frontman and co-founder of experimental art punk band the Pop Group has passed away. He was 62.

Mute Records founder Daniel Miller, who had worked with Stewart for decades, had this to say:

"I’ve known Mark as a friend and a fellow traveller for over 40 years, since he was the lead singer of The Pop Group. I have so many wonderful memories of him – some bizarre, some outrageous, but always inspiring and somehow for a reason.

His musical influence has been much greater than is often acknowledged. He was always encouraging young artists, especially those local to him in Bristol – many have gone on to become global stars.

His warmth and kindness as a friend has always been something very important to me. We had so many laughs together, and he had so much creative energy. The last time I saw Mark was a few months ago in Bristol, performing an improvised set with Lee Ranaldo. He was nothing but hilarious, his piece was basically a stand-up routine, and after the show we spent many hours putting the world to rights, it’s a wonderful memory, I will miss him greatly.

Mark, I can’t imagine you being anything other than restless but I hope you find your very special peace."


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Frippertronics
Emeritus
April 23rd 2023
19720 Comments


Incredible artist, both in and out of The Pop Group. RIP.

Lasssie
April 23rd 2023
3479 Comments


RIP
The Pop Group was rad

Cimnele
April 23rd 2023
2527 Comments


ah damn RIP

someone
April 23rd 2023
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