Greg Gilbert RIP

[Turkish]

Singer from Southampton band the delays passed away this afternoon after a long battle with cancer. Such a young age too, leaving behind 2 young kids. I knew Greg at school and was a top lad. RIP Greg. 

Edited 30 September, 2021 by Turkish

[Fan The Flames]

Very sad, far too young.

[egg]

Sad news, but his struggle against that awful illness is over, and he can rest in peace. He's left some cracking tunes behind for us to enjoy. 

 

Edited 30 September, 2021 by egg

[Barsiem]

Devastating...  RIP Greg

[bpsaint]

Shit news on a miserable day - was a few years above me at Bitterne Park and was nice to see a few local lads doing well for themselves.

Condolences to his friends and family, especially his two children. At least he has left behind a legacy for them to be proud of.

 

[CB Fry]

Jesus. Terrible news. No age at all, by which I mean my age. Feel so sorry for his wife and children.

Remember seeing them as Corky all those years ago. Great voice.

[Fan The Flames]

https://www.theguardian.com/music/2021/sep/30/greg-gilbert-frontman-with-indie-band-delays-dies-aged-44?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other

[percy windham]

Very sad. I was in college when the first few singles and album came out and they became one of the first bands I really got invested in - it was so exciting to have a local band make it. Later, Colin from Delays joined my friends band Dead Rabbits and I hung out with Greg a few times. Always a charming, articulate guy. Such an incredible and unique voice in pop too. Valentine deserved to be massive. RIP Greg. 

Edited 1 October, 2021 by percy windham

[revolution saint]

Very sad news, was just listening to faded seaside glamour the other day.  RIP Greg

[The Cat]

13 hours ago, percy windham said:

Very sad. I was in college when the first few singles and album came out and they became one of the first bands I really got invested in - it was so exciting to have a local band make it. Later, Colin from Delays joined my friends band Dead Rabbits and I hung out with Greg a few times. Always a charming, articulate guy. Such an incredible and unique voice in pop too. Valentine deserved to be massive. RIP Greg. 

Really sad news. Never really knew him but had friends who did and chatted with him a few times in the concourse at St Mary's and seen a few gigs. 

Dead Rabbits are a great band by the way. Should be much bigger than they are.

[Winnersaint]

For my sins I was aware the Delays but never really recall hearing any of their work until this evening, great sound, great voice. Feel for his loved ones, I too am helping my wife navigate the stormy waters and uncertainty of stage 4 bowel cancer. Her treatment stopped yesterday, now in hands of palliative care team and second and third opinions. We’re making late substitutions atm, not quite reached sending the keeper up for an injury time corner yet. It’s shit. RIP Greg.

[sadoldgit]

2 hours ago, Winnersaint said:

For my sins I was aware the Delays but never really recall hearing any of their work until this evening, great sound, great voice. Feel for his loved ones, I too am helping my wife navigate the stormy waters and uncertainty of stage 4 bowel cancer. Her treatment stopped yesterday, now in hands of palliative care team and second and third opinions. We’re making late substitutions atm, not quite reached sending the keeper up for an injury time corner yet. It’s shit. RIP Greg.

So sorry to hear that Winnersaint. It’s such an awful disease and I wish you and your wife some better news.

[Turkish]

2 hours ago, Winnersaint said:

For my sins I was aware the Delays but never really recall hearing any of their work until this evening, great sound, great voice. Feel for his loved ones, I too am helping my wife navigate the stormy waters and uncertainty of stage 4 bowel cancer. Her treatment stopped yesterday, now in hands of palliative care team and second and third opinions. We’re making late substitutions atm, not quite reached sending the keeper up for an injury time corner yet. It’s shit. RIP Greg.

God bless you mate that’s horrendous. So sorry to hear this. Let’s hope the 2nd opinions bring some more positive news 🤞

[Fan The Flames]

3 hours ago, Winnersaint said:

For my sins I was aware the Delays but never really recall hearing any of their work until this evening, great sound, great voice. Feel for his loved ones, I too am helping my wife navigate the stormy waters and uncertainty of stage 4 bowel cancer. Her treatment stopped yesterday, now in hands of palliative care team and second and third opinions. We’re making late substitutions atm, not quite reached sending the keeper up for an injury time corner yet. It’s shit. RIP Greg.

Feel for you and your wife at this awful time. Your family and all the positive relationships you make in the short time you have on this planet is all that really matters. Take care mush.

[The Cat]

11 hours ago, Winnersaint said:

For my sins I was aware the Delays but never really recall hearing any of their work until this evening, great sound, great voice. Feel for his loved ones, I too am helping my wife navigate the stormy waters and uncertainty of stage 4 bowel cancer. Her treatment stopped yesterday, now in hands of palliative care team and second and third opinions. We’re making late substitutions atm, not quite reached sending the keeper up for an injury time corner yet. It’s shit. RIP Greg.

That's so grim. Best of luck to you all. 

[revolution saint]

15 hours ago, Winnersaint said:

For my sins I was aware the Delays but never really recall hearing any of their work until this evening, great sound, great voice. Feel for his loved ones, I too am helping my wife navigate the stormy waters and uncertainty of stage 4 bowel cancer. Her treatment stopped yesterday, now in hands of palliative care team and second and third opinions. We’re making late substitutions atm, not quite reached sending the keeper up for an injury time corner yet. It’s shit. RIP Greg.

That's really shit.  All the best to you and your wife, hope you hear good news soon and a late winner.

[Turkish]

His funeral was this morning.