Pulp's bassist Steve Mackey has died at the age of 56, his heartbroken wife has announced. Steve was a member of the rock group which was best known for its hit Common People.
The 56-year-old also produced music for big names in the music industry including Florence + the Machine and M.IA. His wife Katie Grand, confirmed the sad news in a social media post as she posted a black and white photo of Steve smiling.
The caption read: "'A message from Katie', read: "After three months in hospital, fighting with all his strength and determination, we are shocked and devastated to have said goodbye my brilliant, beautiful husband, Steve Mackey.