The music world pays tribute to John Peel

Following the sad news that John Peel, legendary Radio 1 presenter, died last night (Monday), many of the bands that he'd both influenced and championed on air have been calling in to give their tributes.

Damon Albarn, lead singer with Blur, was one of the first people to contact Radio 1 to tell us how much John will be missed:

"John Peel's patronage was for me, like countless other musicians, one of the most significant things that happened to us in our careers."

"The world is going to be a poorer place with his sudden departure. I will miss him deeply."

"I want to send my heartfelt sympathy to his lovely family. John's memory will never be forgotten because he had the spirit of music in him."

Printer-friendly version