Dave Ball
Dave Ball was a British musician best known as the keyboardist of the influential synth-pop duo Soft Cell, which he formed with vocalist Marc Almond in 1979. The duo gained international fame with their iconic hit 'Tainted Love,' which topped charts worldwide in 1981 and remains a defining track of the genre. Ball's innovative use of synthesizers and electronic sounds helped shape the music landscape of the 1980s and inspired countless artists, including the Pet Shop Boys. Despite facing health challenges, he continued to create music and performed until recently. Ball passed away peacefully at the age of 66, as announced by Almond, who celebrated him as a 'wonderfully brilliant musical genius.'
Born on Oct 15, 1956 (69 years old)
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Israel:
Dave Ball, the less famous half of the electronic duo Soft Cell, also recently passed away.
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Dave Ball was a British keyboardist and producer known for his work with the band Soft Cell.
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Dave Ball was a synthesizer player and producer, known for founding the band Soft Cell and for the hit 'Tainted Love'.
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Dave Ball, a member of the synth-pop duo Soft Cell, has passed away at the age of 66 after a long illness.
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