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EMF Keyboardist Derry Brownson Dies at 55
18 Aug
Summary
- EMF keyboardist Derran 'Derry' Brownson has passed away at 55.
- The band confirmed his death, citing devastation and loss.
- Brownson was a key member of the band behind the hit 'Unbelievable.'
Derran "Derry" Brownson, the keyboardist for the British alternative rock band EMF, has died at the age of 55. The band shared the heartbreaking news on social media, expressing their profound grief over the loss of their "Brother in Arms." Brownson was a founding member, joining EMF in 1989.
EMF achieved widespread fame in the early 1990s with their chart-topping single "Unbelievable." This hit propelled their debut album, "Schubert Dip," to commercial success in both the U.K. and internationally. Following their initial success, the band released several more albums before disbanding in 1997, though they reunited periodically over the years.
Brownson's passing comes a year after he disclosed a diagnosis of a brain tumor. His bandmates remember him for his vibrant spirit and his passion for life. The band's statement highlighted the solace found in Brownson having recently joined them onstage a few months prior, cherishing those final moments together.
