English musicians who died due to Myocardial infarction

Here are 29 famous musicians from England died in Myocardial infarction:

Douglas Adams

Douglas Adams (March 11, 1952 Cambridge-May 11, 2001 Santa Barbara) also known as Douglas Noel Adams, Douglas N. Adams, DNA, David Agnew, Douglas or Douglas Addams was an English writer, novelist, author, screenwriter, humorist and playwright. He had one child, Polly Jane Rocket Adams.

His most well known albums: The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy: The Complete Radio Series.

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Nick Hawkins

Nick Hawkins (February 3, 1965 Luton-October 10, 2005 Las Vegas) also known as Hawkins, Nick was an English guitarist.

He started playing guitar at the age of 11 and became proficient in various styles including rock, jazz, and classical. He was a founding member of the British hard rock band The Quireboys, which achieved success in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Hawkins left the band in 1993 but reunited with them on several occasions over the years. He also played guitar for other artists and bands including Roger Daltrey, Gary Glitter, and Dave Edmunds. Hawkins was known for his distinctive guitar sound and style, which combined elements of blues and rock. He died in Las Vegas at the age of 40 from a drug overdose.

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Oliver Reed

Oliver Reed (February 13, 1938 Wimbledon-May 2, 1999 Valletta) also known as Robert Oliver Reed, Ollie, Mr England or Reed, Oliver was an English actor and soldier. He had two children, Mark Reed and Sarah Reed.

Reed began his acting career in the late 1950s and quickly rose to prominence, appearing in numerous films and television shows throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Some of his most notable roles include Bill Sikes in the 1968 film adaptation of Oliver! and Athos in the 1973 adaptation of The Three Musketeers.

In addition to his acting career, Reed served in the British Army for several years, rising to the rank of sergeant. He was also known for his love of drinking and rowdy behavior, which sometimes landed him in trouble both on and off set.

Despite his reputation as a wild and unpredictable personality, Reed was widely respected for his talent and dedication to his craft. He continued to work in film and television until his sudden death in 1999 while filming Gladiator in Malta.

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Boz Burrell

Boz Burrell (August 1, 1946 Holbeach-September 21, 2006 Marbella) also known as Burrell, Boz or Raymond Burrell was an English singer, musician, singer-songwriter and bassist.

Genres he performed include Rock music, Progressive rock, Hard rock, Jazz fusion and Blues rock.

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David Hemmings

David Hemmings (November 18, 1941 Guildford-December 3, 2003 Bucharest) a.k.a. David Leslie Edward Hemmings or David Edward Leslie Hemmings was an English actor, film director, film producer, television producer, television director, singer-songwriter, singer, screenwriter, painter and guitarist. He had six children, Nolan Hemmings, Deborah Hemmings, George Hemmings, Edward Hemmings, Charlotte Hemmings and William Hemmings.

His discography includes: David Hemmings Happens.

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Bernard Bresslaw

Bernard Bresslaw (February 25, 1934 Stepney-June 11, 1993 Regent's Park) also known as Bernie was an English actor. He had three children, James Bresslaw, Mark Bresslaw and Jonathan Bresslaw.

Bresslaw was best known for his roles in the Carry On films. He appeared in fourteen of the films, playing a variety of characters ranging from warriors to doctors. Outside of his Carry On work, Bresslaw was also a trained Shakespearean actor and performed in productions for the Royal Shakespeare Company. He also had a successful career on stage and appeared in numerous West End productions. Bresslaw was known for his towering height, standing at 6 feet 7 inches tall. He passed away at the age of 59 due to a heart attack.

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Adam Faith

Adam Faith (June 23, 1940 Acton, London-March 8, 2003 Stoke-on-Trent) also known as Terence Nelhams, Faith, Adam, Adam Faith and the Roulettes, The Worried Men, Terence "Terry" Nelhams-Wright, Terence Nelhams-Wright or Terry Nelhams was an English singer, musician, journalist and actor. His child is Katya Nelhams-Wright.

His albums: Best of Adam Faith, Top Rank, I Survive, A's B's and EP's, Adam's Hit Parade, The EP Collection, , Adam, Johnny Comes Marching Home / Made You and Poor Me. Genres: Pop music, Rock music and Rock and roll.

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Malcolm Roberts

Malcolm Roberts (March 31, 1944 Blackley-February 7, 2003 Chertsey) otherwise known as Roberts, Malcolm was an English singer and actor.

His albums: May I Have the Next Dream With You, Love Is All, Love Is All and The Very Best of Malcolm Roberts. Genres he performed: Traditional pop music.

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Richard Bradshaw

Richard Bradshaw (April 26, 1944 Rugby-August 15, 2007 Toronto Pearson International Airport) also known as Richard James Bradshaw or Richard James Bradshaw, O.Ont was an English conductor and theatre director.

His albums: Margison Sings Verdi and Soirée française.

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Ted Hughes

Ted Hughes (August 17, 1930 Mytholmroyd-October 28, 1998 London) otherwise known as Edward James Hughes OM, Edward James Hughes, Hughes, Ted or Edward James "Ted" Hughes was an English poet, playwright and writer. He had three children, Frieda Hughes, Nicholas Hughes and Shura Hughes.

Ted Hughes was known for his unique style of writing that often reflected his personal experiences, including themes of nature, mythology, and the human condition. He served as Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom from 1984 until his death in 1998 and was also the recipient of many literary awards and honors.

Hughes' most notable works include "The Hawk in the Rain," "Crow," and "Birthday Letters," a collection of poems that delves into his relationship with Sylvia Plath, his former wife who committed suicide in 1963.

Aside from his poetry, Hughes was also a successful children's author, publishing a number of acclaimed books such as "The Iron Man" and "The Iron Woman."

Despite controversy surrounding his personal life and relationship with Plath, Hughes' impact on modern poetry remains significant, and his works continue to be studied and celebrated around the world.

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Stan Laurel

Stan Laurel (June 16, 1890 Ulverston-February 23, 1965 Santa Monica) a.k.a. Arthur Stanley Jefferson, Laurel, Stan, Stan Jefferson, Laurel & Hardy, Mr. Laurel, Laurel, Stanley Laurel or Arthur Stanley "Stan" Jefferson was an English comedian, film director, actor, screenwriter, entertainer, voice actor and film producer. He had two children, Stanley Robert Laurel and Lois Laurel.

Born in a theatrical family, Laurel was introduced to stage performances at a young age. He moved to the United States in the early 20th century and soon rose to fame with his collaborations with Oliver Hardy, forming the comedic duo Laurel and Hardy. Together, they appeared in over 100 films, including silent movies and talkies.

Laurel was known for his slapstick comedy style and his ability to convey humor through facial expressions and body language. He was also a proficient writer, writing and directing many of the Laurel and Hardy films. Some of his notable works include "The Music Box," "Sons of the Desert," and "Babes in Toyland."

Despite his success, Laurel was said to be a private and modest man. He received numerous honors and awards over his career, including an Academy Honorary Award for his contribution to film comedy. He passed away in 1965 at the age of 74.

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Paul Raven

Paul Raven (January 16, 1961 Wolverhampton-October 20, 2007 Geneva) also known as Raven, Paul or Paul Vincent Raven was an English bassist.

Genres: Post-punk, Alternative metal, Thrash metal and Industrial music.

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Jon Pertwee

Jon Pertwee (July 7, 1919 Chelsea-May 20, 1996 Sherman) a.k.a. John Devon Roland Pertwee, Jon Pertwer, The Tall Light Bulb, John Pertwee, John Devon Roland de Perthuis de Laillevault, John Devon Roland "Jon" Pertwee, John Devon Roland, Jon or Pertwee was an English actor and voice actor. He had two children, Sean Pertwee and Dariel Pertwee.

His most recognized albums: Worzel Gummidge Sings, Sings Songs for Vulgar Boatmen No. 1, , Songs From Hans Andersen and Others, Who Is the Doctor, Sings Songs for Vulgar Boatmen, Sings Songs for Vulgar Boatmen No. 2 and I'm the Noodle Doodle Man.

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Judge Dread

Judge Dread (May 2, 1945 Kent-March 13, 1998 Canterbury) also known as Judge Dred, DJ judge dred, Alex Hughes, Alexander Minto Hughes, Jason Sinclair, Jamie Kent or JD Alex was an English singer.

His albums include Big Six, The Legendary Judge Dread, Volume 1: King of Rudeness, The Beast of Judge Dread, The Very Worst of Judge Dread, The Legendary Judge Dread, The Big Twenty Four, The Best & Worst of Judge Dread, Ska'd Forever, Ska'd for Life and Ska Fever. Genres he performed: Reggae, Rocksteady, Ska, Comedy and Comedy music.

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Mike Hazelwood

Mike Hazelwood (December 24, 1941 Cuckfield-May 6, 2001 Florence) also known as Hazelwood, Mike was an English singer.

Genres he performed: Pop music.

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Richard Hickox

Richard Hickox (March 5, 1948 Stokenchurch-November 23, 2008 Swansea) also known as Hickox, Richard was an English conductor and music director. His children are Tom Hickox, Abigail Hickox and Adam Hickox.

His albums: Rusalka, Piano Concerto no. 1 / Piano Concerto no. 2 / Penguinski, Symphony no. 4 / Mass in G minor / Six Choral Songs, A London Symphony, Within a Dream: A Celebration of the Artistry of Richard Hickox, Carmina Burana, The Planets, The Consul, Lyra Angelica / Autumn Legend / Pastoral Fantasia / Tragic Interlude and Elijah.

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Nikki Sudden

Nikki Sudden (July 19, 1956 London-March 26, 2006 New York City) also known as Adrian Nicholas Godfrey or Sudden, Nikki was an English singer, musician, singer-songwriter and actor.

Discography: The Truth Doesn't Matter, The Bible Belt, Treasure Island, Red Brocade, Back to the Coast, Waiting on Egypt, I Knew Buffalo Bill, The Last Bandit, Channel Steamer and Kiss You Kidnapped Charabanc. Genres: Alternative rock and Indie rock.

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Rod Price

Rod Price (November 22, 1947 Willesden-March 22, 2005 Wilton) otherwise known as Price, Rod was an English musician.

His discography includes: Open. His related genres: Blues rock.

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Les Gray

Les Gray (April 9, 1946 Carshalton-February 21, 2004 Lagos) also known as Gray, Les or Thomas Leslie Gray was an English singer.

His albums include A Groovy Kind of Love. Genres he performed: Glam rock.

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Paul Young

Paul Young (June 17, 1947 Benchill-July 15, 2000 Altrincham) also known as Young, Paul was an English singer and musician.

His albums: Chronicles. His related genres: Soft rock and Pop rock.

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Eddie Calvert

Eddie Calvert (March 15, 1922 City of Preston, Lancashire-August 7, 1978 Johannesburg) otherwise known as Calvert, Eddie was an English trumpeter.

Discography: Oh Mein Papa, The Best of the EMI Years, The Vert Best Of and Julia.

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Noël Coward

Noël Coward (December 16, 1899 Teddington-March 26, 1973 Port Maria) also known as Sir Noel Coward, Noel Peirce Coward, The Master, Noel Coward, Noël Peirce Coward or Sir Noël Peirce Coward was an English writer, singer, screenwriter, playwright, composer, television director, theatre director, actor, film score composer and film producer.

His albums include A Room With a View, Legends of the 20th Century, On the Air: Broadcasts 1944-48, The Masters' Voice (disc 4), Noel Coward Sings Sail Away and Other Coward Rarities, Noel Coward Sings the Girl Who Came to Supper, The Noel Coward Album, At Las Vegas, Noel and Gertie (original London cast) and Noël Coward in New York.

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John Du Cann

John Du Cann (June 5, 1946 Leicester-September 22, 2011) also known as Cann, John was an English , .

His related genres: Psychedelic rock, Hard rock, Heavy metal and Progressive rock.

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Harry Corbett

Harry Corbett (January 28, 1918 Bradford-August 17, 1989 Weymouth, Dorset) otherwise known as Corbett, Harry was an English presenter. He had one child, Matthew Corbett.

Harry Corbett was best known for being the creator and presenter of the popular children's television show "Sooty" which ran for several decades. Corbett originally created the character of Sooty in 1948, after purchasing a glove puppet as a gift for his son, Matthew. The character gained widespread popularity and Corbett continued to perform as Sooty on various television shows.

Aside from his work with Sooty, Corbett was also a well-respected magician and ventriloquist, performing alongside his other puppet characters on variety shows such as "The Good Old Days" and "The Black and White Minstrel Show".

Corbett retired from performing as Sooty in 1976, passing the role onto his son, Matthew. In recogniton of his contributions to children's entertainment, he was awarded an OBE in 1976.

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Don Partridge

Don Partridge (October 27, 1941 Bournemouth-September 21, 2010 Seaford) a.k.a. Partridge, Don was an English singer, singer-songwriter, busker and multi-instrumentalist.

His albums: Blue Eyes, The Highwayman, Don Partridge and . Genres he performed include Pop music and Folk music.

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William Schwenck Gilbert

William Schwenck Gilbert (November 18, 1836 Southampton Street, London-May 29, 1911 Harrow, London) also known as W. S. Gilbert, Sir William Schwenk Gilbert, William Schwenk Gilbert, William S. Gilbert or Gilbert, William, Sir was an English playwright, poet, illustrator and librettist.

His discography includes: The Mikado (Glyndebourne Festival Chorus, Pro Arte Orchestra feat. conductor: Sir Malcolm Sargent), The Gondoliers (1991 D’Oyly Carte cast), The Pirates of Penzance (1967 D’Oyly Carte cast), The Pirates of Penzance (Orchestra & Chorus of the Welsh National Opera feat. conductor: Sir Charles Mackerras), The Mikado, Iolanthe (1991 D’Oyly Carte cast), H.M.S. Pinafore (1959 D’Oyly Carte cast), The Best of Gilbert and Sullivan (D’Oyly Carte Opera Company), The Mikado (1926 D’Oyly Carte cast) / The Sorcerer (1933 D’Oyly Carte cast) and The Pirates of Penzance (Pro Arte Orchestra, Glyndebourne Festival Chorus feat. conductor: Sir Malcolm Sargent).

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Billy Fury

Billy Fury (April 17, 1940 Dingle, Liverpool-January 28, 1983 Paddington) a.k.a. Ronald Wycherley, Ronald William Wycherley, Fury, Billy, Bill Fury or Fury, Bill was an English singer, musician, songwriter and actor.

His albums: Halfway to Paradise, World of Billy Fury, All the Best, The 40th Anniversary Anthology, The Billy Fury Hit Parade, Letter Full of Tears, My Christmas Prayer / Last Kiss, The Sound of Fury + 10, We Want Billy! and His Wondrous Story: The Complete Collection. Genres he performed include Rockabilly, Pop music, Rock music and Rock and roll.

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Kenneth Horne

Kenneth Horne (February 27, 1907 St Pancras, London-February 14, 1969 The Dorchester) also known as Charles Kenneth Horne or Horne, Kenneth was an English , .

comedian, radio and television personality, and a pioneer in the world of British comedy. He was best known as the host of the BBC radio show "Round the Horne" which aired from 1965 to 1968. Horne started his career as a stage actor and had several roles in West End productions before branching out into radio and television. He also appeared in several films such as "The Galloping Major" and "Laughter in Paradise". Horne was known for his quick wit, impeccable timing, and ability to ad-lib on live broadcasts. He was awarded a CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) in 1969, shortly before his death. Horne's influence on British comedy can still be seen today, and he is often cited as an inspiration by many comedians.

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Bob Brunning

Bob Brunning (June 29, 1943 Bournemouth-October 18, 2011) otherwise known as Brunning, Bob, Bob, Robert "Bob" Brunning or Robert Brunning was an English musician and teacher.

Genres he performed: Blues rock and Blues.

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