The Lapelles
The Lapelles were one of the UK’s promising guitar bands. They had been featured in the NME and had performed at festivals including T in the Park and Belladrum.
Gary Watson, the frontman of rising Scottish band the Lapelles, has died after falling into the river Clyde in Glasgow. The singer was due to celebrate his 22nd birthday the day after the accident occurred.
According to a post on the band’s Facebook page, Watson died “as a result of injuries sustained in a tragic accident” on Saturday 13 August 2016. Read Full BioThe Lapelles were one of the UK’s promising guitar bands. They had been featured in the NME and had performed at festivals including T in the Park and Belladrum.
Gary Watson, the frontman of rising Scottish band the Lapelles, has died after falling into the river Clyde in Glasgow. The singer was due to celebrate his 22nd birthday the day after the accident occurred.
According to a post on the band’s Facebook page, Watson died “as a result of injuries sustained in a tragic accident” on Saturday 13 August 2016. He had been rescued from the river after falling in, but died the following morning at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. Police said the death was not suspicious.
In a statement, the Lapelles said: “It’s with shock, heavy hearts and sadness that we have to let you know the news that Gary sadly passed away this morning as a result of injuries sustained in a tragic accident last night. Today was his 22nd birthday. We are lost for words and struggling to process such a tragedy.
They added: “Gary was a creative force, a man who without his vision this band wouldn’t exist. We have lost a friend, a brother, a hero. At the moment it doesn’t seem real. We send our deepest condolences to Gary’s family and would appreciate your respect in allowing them & us some peace whilst we grieve. Forever in our hearts, with peace you go. X.”
Franz Ferdinand paid tribute to the group on Twitter, with a post that read: “We’re so sad to hear of the tragic passing of @TheLapelles Gary Watson, a lovely, talented man. Thoughts are with his family, friends & band.”
The Lapelles had been set to embark on a UK tour in October 2016.
Gary Watson, the frontman of rising Scottish band the Lapelles, has died after falling into the river Clyde in Glasgow. The singer was due to celebrate his 22nd birthday the day after the accident occurred.
According to a post on the band’s Facebook page, Watson died “as a result of injuries sustained in a tragic accident” on Saturday 13 August 2016. Read Full BioThe Lapelles were one of the UK’s promising guitar bands. They had been featured in the NME and had performed at festivals including T in the Park and Belladrum.
Gary Watson, the frontman of rising Scottish band the Lapelles, has died after falling into the river Clyde in Glasgow. The singer was due to celebrate his 22nd birthday the day after the accident occurred.
According to a post on the band’s Facebook page, Watson died “as a result of injuries sustained in a tragic accident” on Saturday 13 August 2016. He had been rescued from the river after falling in, but died the following morning at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. Police said the death was not suspicious.
In a statement, the Lapelles said: “It’s with shock, heavy hearts and sadness that we have to let you know the news that Gary sadly passed away this morning as a result of injuries sustained in a tragic accident last night. Today was his 22nd birthday. We are lost for words and struggling to process such a tragedy.
They added: “Gary was a creative force, a man who without his vision this band wouldn’t exist. We have lost a friend, a brother, a hero. At the moment it doesn’t seem real. We send our deepest condolences to Gary’s family and would appreciate your respect in allowing them & us some peace whilst we grieve. Forever in our hearts, with peace you go. X.”
Franz Ferdinand paid tribute to the group on Twitter, with a post that read: “We’re so sad to hear of the tragic passing of @TheLapelles Gary Watson, a lovely, talented man. Thoughts are with his family, friends & band.”
The Lapelles had been set to embark on a UK tour in October 2016.
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Grab Life By
The Lapelles Lyrics
You've lost that magic feeling
Oh, girl you've lost your way
But I don't like the way that you talk to me
I'm biting my tongue
I'm biting my tongue
Cause I can't stand you off me
I wish I could run
I wish I could run
To a beach house by the sea
But oh, no i can't wait
OPh, no cause you making me hesitate
You grab life by
You grab life by
The hand
And tell me I'm wrong
You grab life by
You grab life by
The hand
Until I'm all gone
I tell you pretty sweet things
Stars like their names for you
Upper space ain't something you wanna chase
You're a handwish box a benderous box
I keep open every night
I'm fallin' apart
I'm fallin' apart
Just to make this go alright
Yeah, I'm alright
But there's no light
You grab life by
You grab life by
The hands
And tell me I'm wrong
You grab life by
You grab life by
The hand
Until I'm all gone
You grab life by
You grab life by
The hand
And tell me I'm wrong
You grab life by
You grab life by
The hand
Until I'm all gone
Contributed by William V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Dougie Haggerty
RIP Gary, you had so much potential in the musical world with such an awesome sound and you'd only just began. Goodnight man x
Jade Adelaide
I honestly feel so honoured to be able to play his ukulele every night xxx thanks to his mum, she's really supporting me through the music industry, I only wish Gary was here to help guide me too ❤️❤️❤️
Alex Laing
Still breaks my heart to think about the loss of Gary. I seriously hope the band and his family are all coping okay and will continue to listen to the music that made me so happy one of the nights I'd gone to support my brothers band who played along side you.
Sandra Bryce
Thoughts are with Gary's friends and family. What a tragedy 😢
Stuart Robertson
Just stumbled upon these guys on Spotify. Gutted to hear the passing! Will forever have this tune blasting loud! RIP Gary x
StephenBoyle
don't think anyone would have a bad word to say about Gary, really down to earth guy, had the world at his feet with the Lapelles, thoughts out to his family.
Dougie Haggerty
I met Gary and the rest of the band after they supported the last shadow puppets one night and chatted to them and asked when they were bringing out 'Belt and braces' on iTunes, great guys and talented too
JulieBB
I would love to show support for the remaining band members and Gary's family by purchasing this track. Please consider making it available digitally for purchase.
bladepanthera
Damn, this is a great song and I've only just heard about it because of the terrible accident. :( Sad times.
Ashley Taylor
On his 22nd birthday as well, tragic news