The Lapelles were one of the UK’s promising guitar bands. They had been fea… Read Full Bio ↴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. 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. 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.
Belt Braces
The Lapelles Lyrics
We have lyrics for these tracks by The Lapelles:
Belt & Braces Harsh words you say but you dont mean 'em Change your…
Bright Young Things Take me to the waves I want to sing so bravery You're…
Faraways Once more I'll whisper your name Once more you'll never see…
Grab Life By You've lost that magic feeling Oh, girl you've lost your way…
Horseshoe Falls I dont need a friend Dont ask me why you wont…
Seventeen Take a jet and travel long walk home and on your…
She Would Take your final breath she would, she would Give the kiss…
Snakehips I'm sitting by the telephone You'd better call me up You'd b…
The Strand Now I'm on my own and my head is full of…
Toronto Hurt inside, it's a strangest feeling you know I'm going to…
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Alisa
Belt and Braces starts at 3:18 for whoever else like me wants to listen to it again and again
Bcd412
Thanks 😂
Showl
Belts & Braces is absolutely quality. RIP Gary, such a shame.
Dougie Haggerty
I met Gary when The Lapelles supported the Last Shadow Puppets in Newcastle, seemed a great guy. Told him they were going to be massive and that I loved 'Belts and Braces' and he told me they'd be releasing it soon and he'd let me know.
Rest in peace mate
Steven Tremino
@Arutzuki I knew Gary personally, I went to primary and high school with him.
When I turned 18 I had my first legal drink with him too.
Arutzuki
@Steven Tremino Yeah, last sold on Discogs on November 2018...
Steven Tremino
@Arutzuki it had a very limited run when released mate, you might be able to get a digital copy but that's probably about it.
Arutzuki
What a tragedy, so young and so much talent. I'd love to buy the album on vinyl, but can't seem to find it anywhere.
Gabriel Frassy
oh god, i miss gary's music so much :( RIP
Ilham Priananda
I come back here in 2021 for him. RIP.