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Jamiroquai bassist Derrick McIntyre dies in car crash as heartbroken family issue statement


Jamiroquai bassist Derrick McIntyre has died at the age of 66 after being involved in a devastating car crash, his family has confirmed in a heartbreaking statement

He had a passion for music, playing the bass guitar for most of his life and blessing tracks with his groovy bassline for folks such as Jamiroquai, Roy Ayers, Beverley Knight and many more." Jamiroquai bassist Derrick McIntyre has sadly diedThe statement continued: “Dad was a great man who influenced many that came into contact with him, inspiring and encouraging every chance he could. Jamiroquai frontman Jay Kay paid tribute to Derrick following the news of his passing, branding the bassist a "joy to work with" and a "talented musician".

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