Primal Scream singer Denise Johnson dies aged 53
Manchester vocalist Denise Johnson, who shot to fame on Primal Scream’s 1991 album Screamadelica, has died aged 53.
The sad news was confirmed by a friend on Twitter on Monday.
Her cause of death has not yet been announced.
Tributes have since been pouring in from many in the music industry including Joy Division’s Stephen Morris who wrote: ‘Shocked and devastated to hear of the passing of Denise Johnson. An absolutely beautiful lady. Rest In Peace Denise x’
Heartache: Manchester vocalist Denise Johnson has died aged 53
Indie band The Doves added: ‘We are all devastated to hear the news that our old friend and all round beautiful person Denise Johnson has passed away.
‘What a loss for the many people who loved her.’
It comes just days after Denise announced that her debut acoustic album, titled Where Does It Go, would be released on 25 September.
More to follow.
Back in the day: Denise shot to fame on Primal Scream’s 1991 album Screamadelica (pictured with the band)
Remembered: Tributes have since been pouring in from many in the music industry including Joy Division’s Stephen Morris as well as indie band The Doves