Denise Johnson, reconocible voz en álbumes tan icónicos como Screamadelica de Primal Scream ha fallecido a los 56 años en su casa de Manchester.
En un comunicado, su familia dijo que la cantante había estado «enferma la semana anterior a su muerte, aunque había mejorado mucho el pasado viernes».
Además de su trabajo con Primal Scream su formidable voz acompañó a varias leyendas de Manchester, desde A Certain Ratio, con quienes estuvo más de 25 años aparte de leyendas como New Order, Johnny Marr o The Charlatans.
El próximo mes de septiembre llegará su disco Where Does It Go en el que la cantante fallecida rinde tributo a la ciudad de Manchester a través de versiones de sus grandes bandas, entre las que se incluyen «Well I Wonder» de The Smiths o «True Faith» de New Order.
Muchos artistas que la conocieron o compartieron escenario con ella han querido despedirla:
We were sad to hear about the passing of Denise Johnson. Our condolences to her family and friends. Denise's vital contributions to our Screamadelica & Give Out But Don't Give Up albums and tours are a testament to her talent. Precious Memories. ?? pic.twitter.com/gTlFiqn0kS
— Primal Scream (@ScreamOfficial) July 28, 2020
New Order are devastated to hear the sad news that Denise Johnson has passed away. She was a beautiful person with a huge talent. Her voice graced many of our albums and live shows and that of our friends. We will miss her dearly. pic.twitter.com/9elTLCiHG8
— New Order (@neworder) July 27, 2020
RIP LOVELY DENISE JOHNSON X
— Ian Brown (@ianbrown) July 27, 2020
Such sad news about our dear friend Denise Johnson. Playing alongside her was something else. It was a privilege to work with her. pic.twitter.com/QnY0Rsqx2Z
— Johnny Marr (@Johnny_Marr) July 27, 2020
I cant believe the news that Denise Johnson has passed -Her voice sews so many memories together in many contexts – but most of all she gave the best hugs -but you can hear that cant you ? xxxx pic.twitter.com/jHptOaLF6p
— 808 State (@state808) July 27, 2020
My most sincere condolences to her family and friends.https://t.co/JNxKPcGRLu
— erol alkan (@erolalkan) July 27, 2020
Just devastated by the news of the passing of such a beautiful lady Denise Johnson. Rest in Peace Sweetheart. lost for words.
— Jimi Goodwin (@Jimi_Goodwin) July 27, 2020
Oh dear that’s awfully sad news about Denise Johnson, she was amazing. #rip#dontfightitfeelit
— ed simons (@eddychemical) July 27, 2020
Just heard about @TheDJohnsonR3AL
Absolutely devastated . She was one of the real ones.
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— Reverend&TheMakers ? (@Reverend_Makers) July 27, 2020
I am saddened to hear of Denise Johnson’s passing. I invited her to sing on my album because I heard her voice when I wrote the songs. I didn’t ask for a backing singer; I asked for Denise Johnson. She was beautiful and alive and I am grateful my music was touched by her beauty.
— Bernard Butler (@Bernard_Butler) July 27, 2020
Last time I saw Denise, 2015, Manchester #DeniseJohnsonpic.twitter.com/VSBJtN1jZ4
— Mike Scott (@MickPuck) July 27, 2020
— Tim Burgess (@Tim_Burgess) July 27, 2020
