Musician Karl Wallinger of World Party and The Waterboys has died at the age of 66.
Waterboys and World Party star Karl Wallinger has died Musician Karl Wallinger has died at the age of 66. The star is known for being part of The Waterboys, of The Whole Of The Moon and How Long Will I Love You fame. He was also renowned for being behind neo-psychedelic band World Party, with such tracks as Ship of Fools and Is It Like Today. The musician contributed music to the Clueless soundtrack, and briefly worked as musical director for The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
He formed World Party in 1986 ‘We went our musical separate ways for many years but kept in contact, we’d planned to record together again, alas. ‘I’m going to miss you, travel well Karl. His family are in my thoughts this very sad day.’ Wallinger’s musical career began as he played with numerous bands while growing up in Wales.
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Tickets on sale for Karl Jenkins' 80th birthday concertThe legendary composer will be performing some of his most popular pieces such as 'Palladio', 'Adiemus', and 'The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace'
Read more »
Glimpse inside Strictly tour wrap party with Annabel Croft in tears and argumentThe stars of Strictly Come Dancing live tour marked their final show at London's O2 Arena with a boozy wrap party, where they partied the night away - let's take a look inside...
Read more »
How to Host the Perfect Dinner PartyClue: it's not about the food
Read more »
Labour's Poll Lead Slumps After Party's Week From HellKevin Schofield is Politics Editor of HuffPost UK.
Read more »
Christmas Market debate ‘should be above party politics,’ says Lincoln MPLincoln and Greater Lincolnshire news
Read more »
Sony President Discusses Releasing First-Party Games on PCSony president and PlayStation chairman Hiroki Totoki talks about the opportunities in releasing first-party games on PC and the potential for profit margin growth. He highlights a multiplatform approach as a fruitful area of expansion.
Read more »