R.I.P Dave Ball - Soft Cell
R.I.P Dave Ball - Soft Cell
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Freakuk

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4,405 posts

174 months

Thursday 23rd October 2025
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I've just seen on social media that Dave Ball has sadly passed away, one half of Soft Cell and The Grid.

Sad times, I saw Soft Cell probably 17-18 years ago at Manchester Uni when they got back together and it was a great evening as I recall, back in the early 80's they set the tone for synth pop going forwards.

RIP Dave.

gazza285

10,846 posts

231 months

Thursday 23rd October 2025
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I met him a few times both socially and professionally, and to be blunt, I’ll not miss him.

RotorRambler

848 posts

13 months

Thursday 23rd October 2025
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That’s sad
Say Hello Wave Goodbye, 12”, what a great record! Will dig it out later.

bigmowley

2,481 posts

199 months

Thursday 23rd October 2025
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Really sad about this. Soft Cell were very a big influence to me when I was growing up. I loved the music, the make up and the flamboyance. Tainted Love is one of my most favorite songs ever and it will be on the playlist at my funeral.
RIP David, thanks for the tunes.