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Dexys Star Slams Farage Over Song Use
10 Sep
Summary
- Frontman Kevin Rowland is disgusted by Nigel Farage using Dexys' hit song.
- Farage walked out to 'Come On Eileen' at his party conference.
- Dexys band members strongly oppose Farage's political views.
Dexys Midnight Runners frontman Kevin Rowland has publicly denounced Nigel Farage for using the band's signature song, "Come On Eileen," as the politician's entrance music. Rowland, the primary songwriter, conveyed his disgust and declared that he and the entire band are passionately opposed to Farage's politics. The incident occurred as Farage was about to deliver a speech at his Reform U.K. party conference. The conference was held in Birmingham, the birthplace of Dexys Midnight Runners. The song "Come On Eileen" was a massive hit in the early 1980s, topping charts in both the UK and the US. Dexys Midnight Runners, formed in 1978, achieved significant success in the early to mid-1980s with several critically acclaimed albums and hits like "Geno."
Rowland has continued to be an active musician, releasing solo work and new albums with Dexys. The band is currently touring the UK in support of their latest album, "LOVE." Farage has not yet responded to Rowland's strong comments. The article notes that Farage's party is currently facing a criminal investigation concerning allegations of breaking foreign funding laws.
