John Bradbury, drummer with ska legends the Specials, has died aged 62.
The band confirmed the news with a short message on Twitter: "It is with deep regret that we say goodbye to our great friend, the world's greatest drummer, our beloved Brad. RIP."
It is with deep regret that we say goodbye to our great friend, the world's greatest drummer, our beloved Brad. RIP pic.twitter.com/yYBFyQmuLy
Bradbury joined the band prior to the recording of their classic self-titled debut, later playing with the Special AKA and then with the reunited Specials in 2009.
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