The death has been announced, after a long illness, of the drum professor Martin France.
Using electronic and sequenced drums and percussion, France featured on more than 100 albums and appeared regularly in Hamburg with the NDR Big Band.
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That is tragic news. A fine musician I heard on many great gigs. It’s sad that he was ill; 60 is no age at all. RIP.
This is tragic news, having seen Martin play many excellent gigs.
He will be missed, an original talent- it’s sad he was unwell, at a relatively young age. Commiserations to his family.
Tragic news. A really talented musician, and such a relatively young age. I saw him perform alongside many other outstanding players. Commiserations to his family.
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Can’t believe it’s worth a ‘thumbs down’ from someone…