Founding member of EMF dies aged 55
Derry Brownson spoke candidly to the BBC about his brain tumour diagnosis in 2025.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"I can't think of anyone who embodied lust for life like Derry did. I mean, he was beautiful inside out."
— Ian Dench , Celebrity
"[It's] just a battle really. I want to get back into playing, that has meant a lot actually just to do this gig now in our hometown."
— Derran "Derry" Brownson , Celebrity
Key People
Locations
All Coverage
Derry Brownson spoke candidly to the BBC about his brain tumour diagnosis in 2025.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
'What terminal cancer has taught me about life'
A Gloucestershire man with terminal cancer shares the life lessons he wishes he'd learned sooner.
October 10, 2026 at 06:16 AMAshe was too scared to cancel her wedding - the story became a hit song
US singer-songwriter Ashe reveals the story behind her international smash hit, Stop The Wedding.
October 9, 2026 at 11:01 PMMike Ditka, Hall of Fame player and Bears coach, dies at 86 - Reuters
Mike Ditka, Hall of Fame player and Bears coach, dies at 86 Reuters
October 9, 2026 at 05:49 PMMusic group with learning difficulties fulfils late MP's Broadway dream
The Music Man Project is a charity in Essex that teaches music to people with learning disabilities.
October 9, 2026 at 05:17 AMWhy did Dolly Parton record a song in Welsh?
The cover of smash-hit Jolene, with Welsh and English lyrics, is released on Friday.
October 9, 2026 at 05:11 AM'I rage and I don't care': Why women are reclaiming their anger
Studies suggest women are getting angrier, but are they just more open about it?
October 8, 2026 at 11:48 PM