Drummie zeb dead: lead singer of reggae band aswad dies aged 62

Aswad star Drummie Zeb, who was born Angus Gaye, has "left a huge void," his bandmates said today as they confirmed the news of his death. Tributes have since poured in for the

reggae pioneer on social media. His bandmates released a statement, saying: "It is with deepest regret and profound loss that we have to announce the passing of our brother Angus

‘Drummie’ Gaye. "Drummie was the lead vocalist for the iconic band Aswad and is much loved and respected by both family, friends and peers alike. "More information will be given at

a later time but on behalf of his family and Aswad - we ask that their privacy is respected at this heart-breaking time. "Drummie has left us to join our ancestors and leaves a huge

void both personally and professionally." READ MORE: JANE MCDONALD'S PAL MOVES IN WITH DISTRAUGHT STAR AMID PARTNER'S DEATH Twitter user, @Lorraine King penned: "Just

heard the sad news that Drummie Zeb from the legendary reggae band Aswad has passed away. Aswad were absolute trailblazers when it came to British reggae and I love that had commercial

success without losing their roots. May Drummie Zeb RIP." @JetStar music commented: "It pains us to bring you the heartbreaking news that reggae legend, Drummie Zeb has passed

away. Drummie was the lead singer of the iconic british reggae band Aswad and although he his no longer with us, the legacy he has left behind will always and forever live on."

@S_Fleary wrote: "RIP to the great Drummie Zeb from the legendary Aswad.Deepest condolences to his family, friends and fans. REST IN ZION KING." @skanmash added: "Hearing the

sad news of the loss of Drummie Zeb, from @aswadband. One of the biggest reggae acts I've had the privilege to DJ for, several times. Always pleasant to talk to and genuinely interested

in my selection. Our condolences to his family and friends. RIP #drummiezeb #reggae."