Martin Duffy, a keyboardist for Primal Scream, passed away at age 55. Tim Burgess, Duffy’s former bandmate in The Charlatans, tweeted a confirmation of the news with the message: “Another awful loss of a great soul.”
Duffy, a Birmingham native, joined the independent band Felt at the age of 16, and the group later signed a record deal with Creation Records.
Martin Duffy remained a member of Primal Scream for the next three decades, transitioning from a part-time to a full-time role. He also had a guest appearance on frontman Bobby Gillespie’s 2020 album, “Utopian Ashes,” with Savages’ Jehnny Beth.
When The Charlatans backed Oasis at Knebworth, Duffy is infamous for stepping in at the last minute to play with them.
Burgess’ statement included the following: “Martin Duffy came in to save The Charlatans when we lost Rob – he played with us at Knebworth and was a great friend.
How Did Martin Duffy Die?
The cause of Martin Duffy’s death is not yet made known to the public.
