English musicians who died due to Accidental fall
Here are 2 famous musicians from England died in Accidental fall:
John Balance
John Balance (February 16, 1962 Mansfield-November 13, 2004) a.k.a. Jhonn Balance, Jhon Balance or Balance, John was an English singer.
Genres he performed include Industrial music, Acid house, Ambient music, Electronic music, Noise music and Drone music.
Balance was best known for his work as a founding member and songwriter of the experimental music group Coil, which he formed with Peter Christopherson in 1982. Coil's music was highly influential in the industrial music scene and often featured esoteric themes and occult references. In addition to his work with Coil, Balance also released solo recordings and collaborated with numerous other artists throughout his career. He was known for his eclectic and wide-ranging musical tastes, as well as his use of found sounds and unconventional recording techniques in his music. Balance was a highly regarded figure in the underground music scene and continues to be an influence on experimental musicians to this day. Tragically, he died in a fall from a second-story balcony in 2004 at the age of 42, leaving behind a rich musical legacy.
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Tony Meehan
Tony Meehan (March 2, 1943 Hampstead-November 28, 2005 London) also known as Daniel Joseph Anthony Meehan or Meehan, Tony was an English drummer.
His albums include Diamonds and Diamonds and Other Gems.
Tony Meehan first rose to fame as the drummer for the successful instrumental rock group The Shadows, with whom he played from 1958 to 1961. During his tenure with the group, they scored several chart-topping hits in the UK, including "Apache" and "Kon-Tiki".
After leaving The Shadows, Meehan continued his career as a session musician and producer, working with a variety of artists including Cliff Richard, Donovan, and Tom Jones. He also released several solo albums, showcasing his skills as a drummer and his ability to blend rock and jazz styles.
In addition to his musical career, Meehan was also involved in the film industry, composing soundtracks and appearing in a number of films. He suffered a fatal head injury in 2005 after falling down a flight of stairs, but his legacy as a talented and influential musician lives on.
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