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A popular drummer for the Britpop band 60 Ft. Dolls, Carl Bevan, passed away at the age of 51. The news of his death was shared by his partner, Bev, on his Facebook page. Soon after the news broke, Carl’s fans started sharing their heartfelt tribute across social media platforms.
“Hello everyone, this is Bev, Carl's girlfriend. I'm heartbroken to say that our lovely, crazy boy has sadly passed very suddenly. I hadn''t posted sooner because I wanted some time to let close friends and family know in person so thank you all so much for being respectful”, the post read.
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Carl Bevan was associated with the UK punk band 60 Ft. Dolls. Although originally from Glynneath, Neath Port Talbot, he grew up in Newport. His father Ray Bevan also shared a post on his Facebook page. He posted a picture of the two of them and wrote,
“It’s with a heavy heart I post this today.My beautiful,talented,funny genius only son passed away yesterday.I will miss you Carl .Im so proud of you .You had so many dreams about your future as an artist but be assured your unique incredible paintings will reach legendary status in the years to come .My life will never be the same without you.”
Carl Bevan later on became a landscape artist
Before Carl's band split in 1998, it performed at the Glastonbury Festival. 60 Ft. Dolls supported other contemporary bands from that time like Sex Pistols and Oasis. After quitting music, he gained much fame as a landscape artist in 2018. His art is available on his official website carlbevanart.com.
The artist wanted to become a drummer and a cartoonist. He spent almost a decade being a drummer. He realized later on that he was not able to play drums the way he wanted to. The artist produced around 60 paintings. His work has been sold in Australia, Canada, and the USA.
Carl Bevan’s fans devastated at this news
Fans who loved his music and paintings have taken to Twitter to share their emotional thoughts. They also reminisced about the time Carl Bevan used to play with the Britpop band. Old videos of the drummer playing have also surfaced on X. Here is what the fans have written after the news:
“Carl Bevan was the living embodiment of "mischief". When you saw that grin you knew you were about to get into trouble/see something wild unfold. Some of the best memories I have are with Richard Mike And Carl and they were the best rock n roll band on the planet. RIP Carl”, an X handle shared.
“Carl Bevan was a brilliant drummer, a brilliant artist and a brilliant friend. So long little brother X”, another X user wrote.
“Absolutely floored that we've lost the one and only Carl Bevan. What an absolutely devastating loss. A friend to so many and so talented. I can't believe it. His poor partner, daughter and family. Just devastating. Rest in Paint and Drums Carl”, a tribute read.
In 2020, he had said that painting felt good for his sanity given the Covid-19 lockdown. The artist had his recent exhibition at Riverfront Arts Centre, Newport. It was held from July 1 to 31 and 14 original paintings of the artist were on display. The former drummer is survived by his daughter Connie.
