This was very bad news. Carl has been doing a wonderful job for the Hollies, since Allan resigned. We are all sad now, because he meant so much for us, both as an artist and a great person. He is leaving behind good memories from concerts and conventions. Thank you, Carl.
Knut Skyberg
Oslo, Norway - Friday, September 03, 2004, 07:48:27 (gmt)
I am saddened by the death of Carl Wayne and send my sympathy to all his family. You gave us so much Carl both through your music and kindness. The Hollies have lost a fantastic singer. My regards, Russell Woodcock.
Russell Woodcock
North Bayswater, Victoria, Australia - Friday, September 03, 2004, 06:28:13 (gmt)
Carl, Thank you for the music. Hollies fan's will always appreciate what you have given us. Five wonderful years. I'm so glad I got to see you. I grieve that I'll never be given that chance again. Our loss is heaven's gain. We know the angel choir has a heck of a great new lead singer. Thoughts and Prayers for your family.
Shari Olson
Blue Hill, Nebraska, U.S.A. - Friday, September 03, 2004, 05:33:52 (gmt)
When Mum told me yesterday afternoon that Carl had passed away I was shocked. Like my parents, sister and many other people I can't believe he is gone. My boyfriend Alan and I send our deepest sympathy to Susan, Jack and the Wayne family. Carl will always be in the hearts of those who new him best and fans alike. May He Rest In Peace. Love Victoria and Alan
Victoria Hewett
Penrith, Australia - Friday, September 03, 2004, 04:34:57 (gmt)
We will miss you Carl Wayne. You were a great performer whether you were singing with the Move or The Hollies. You were called home far too soon!
John Stewart
Bloomington, NY via Birmingham, England, USA - Friday, September 03, 2004, 04:16:13 (gmt)
Absolutely devastated about Carl's death. He was a fab replacement to Allan. Saw him in Hayes in Feb, but also saw him in Blood Brothers years before that! he had immense stage presence. Loved him. Absolutely devastated that we will not see him on stage again. Thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Sue, and his son, Jack. Lots of love, Fiona and David x x x
Fiona
London- Friday, September 03, 2004, 01:14:35 (gmt)
Just as Mikael Rickfors did when he replaced Allan Clarke in 1972, Carl Wayne brought a new dimension to the band. I thought "How Do I Survive" was a terrific track as soon as I heard it. A Hollies classic, in my opinion. And Carl's work with The Move was superb as well. Imagine, he fronted two of the greatest UK bands of all time. Thank you, Carl Wayne. RIP.
Dennis
L.A., USA - Friday, September 03, 2004, 00:54:44 (gmt)
Very saddened about Carl I send my sympathies to the Hollies and wish them well for the future. I hope they will continue to keep the music going...Good Luck Lads, and thanks for all your fantastic shows, sincerely.
Carol Lee Scott
- Friday, September 03, 2004, 00:54:44 (gmt)
Can we just pass our sincere condolences on the both the family of Carl and the Hollies having heard the sad news. Having seen a truly fantastic concert at Carlisle only recently it is hard to believe that he has died. Our heart goes out to you all. Love David and Janette Owen
Millom, Cumbria, England - Friday, September 03, 2004, 00:10:46 (gmt)
What a loss to the world of entertainment. Carl and I were together for many years in cabaret, then he joined EMUS'S PINK WINDMILL SHOW, as Odd Job John. I have nursed his son Jack many Times!! and I Wish to send Fondest wishes to Sue and Jack at this sad time, I am honoured to have known such wonderful people... Carl, Thank you for the wonderful years with your warmth, sense of fun and most of all that fantastic voice. You will be missed...Carol. xxx
Carol Lee Scott
Bridgwater, UK - Friday, September 03, 2004, 00:03:02 (gmt)
I am shocked and saddened to hear of the death of Carl Wayne. A lovely man who I had the privilege to meet at the Sunderland Empire. He brought a new dimension to The Hollies when he took over from Allan Clark, he had a powerful voice and great stage presence. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered. Rest well big man.
Linda Grierson
South Shields, Tyne and Wear, England - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 23:52:39 (gmt)
What a shock to hear today of Carls passing, saw him in the move and Blood Brothers, last time in Aldershot in March, I will always remember that night, my deepest sympathy to his family and the band. ROCK ON
Rob Lewis
Waltham Abbey, UK - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 23:28:55 (gmt)
We were so shocked and upset to hear about Carl. We have been fans of The Hollies since day one and Carl was a fantastic replacement for Alan. We have been to concerts at The Regent in Stoke-on-Trent and already have tickets for the next one in November - hope it takes place as a tribute to Carl. Our thoughts are with Carl's family at this very sad time but we hope they take great comfort in the pleasure and delight he gave to everyone. His performances were superb!!
Chris & Colin Myles
Holmes Chapel, U.K. - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 23:08:53 (gmt)
I am deeply shocked to hear of the loss of Carl, a brave man who soldiered on in spite of the illness he was suffering from. I am only 30 but have been a fan of the Hollies for a long time. I was fortunate enough to see them in 2003 in Guildford and in 2004 in Aldershot. I also had tickets for the November Bournemouth concert. My mother saw the Hollies several times in the 1960's but said they were better now than they were then. A sad loss to the music industry. Our wishes are with his family.
Sarah and Sonja
Farnborough, Hampshire, United Kingdom - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 22:45:52 (gmt)
We are saddened by the news of the passing away of Carl.Our thoughts are with his family at this time. We thank him for the magical moments he brought to us via the band.
Tony & Dee Poynder
United Kingdom - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 22:45:52 (gmt)
Hi Rob. I can not but into words how sad I felt on hearing the news of Carl's death. He was a true talent, a true entertainer, and a true star. We will all miss him. Our hearts and thoughts go out to Carl's family at this time, as you say Rob. Any true music fans and certainly any true Hollies fans will never forget his the fantastic contribution he made to pop music. Best wishes
Jeff
United Kingdom - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 22:05:32 (gmt)
So sad to hear of Carl's death. I saw him with the Hollies several times and was lucky enough to meet him. Such a nice person. He gave the Hollies such a lot after Allan left. I was looking forward to seeing him in November .....Rest in Peace Carl.
Janet Sears
Bicester, England - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 21:51:25 (gmt)
So sorry to hear of the death of Carl - he was an excellent replacement for the great Alan Clark. our thoughts are with his family and the rest of the Group
Jill Pye
Blackpool, England - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 21:25:17 (gmt)
Just wanted to say how very sad I am to hear about Carl Wayne. He will be so much missed by so many, and my heart goes out to Susan and his son Jack. I hope they will be able to find a little comfort in knowing how much loved Carl was.
Margaret H
Derby- Thursday, September 02, 2004, 21:23:18 (gmt)
How do you say Farewell to someone who is gone! Play his music! Enjoy what he has left us all. I was never fortunate enough to meet Carl, but heard stories from Tim and Eve every trip to Woking. I loved the mans music and his personna. Yes he even touched the life of a musician in Oklahoma! Worldwide appeal! Farewell!
R. L. Dunning
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, U.S.A. - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 21:02:53 (gmt)
I am so sad to learn of Carl's death. He was a brilliant replacement for Allan Clarke and will be sadly missed. My condolences to his family and to the Hollies in their sad loss.
Liz Holland
Bollington, England - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 20:55:35 (gmt)
We are just very sad love to his family and to the rest of the band xxx
Ken & Sandra
Redcar, ENGLAND - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 20:52:34 (gmt)
I was so sorry to hear of Carl's passing. My thought's are with his wife Sue and family and friends, god bless you all.
Linda Melhuish
Bristol, England - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 20:49:45 (gmt)
I Have just found out the very sad news about Carl Wayne. I saw the Hollies last year at St Albans with a friend of mine. She enjoyed the show as much as me. My thoughts go out to his family, and to the rest of The Hollies and to every one who worked with him over the years.
Vic
England - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 19:38:26 (gmt)
We were very sad to hear of Carl's death. We were great fans of Allen Clark, but Carl bought his own style to the Hollies. We remember him from the Bournemouth convention and the concert at the Anvil Basingstoke this year. Our sympathy to his wife Sue and son Jack. Also to the Hollies.
Ann & Jim Mattingley
Reading, Berkshire - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 19:32:33 (gmt)
What an absolute shock it was to read about Carl in the Yorkshire Post today! May he rest in peace. My sincere sympathy to Sue and family and, of course, The Hollies. He gave a lot of pleasure to numerous fans and will be sadly missed .XXX
Jennifer Cooper
Harrogate, North Yorkshire - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 19:23:43 (gmt)
Devastated to hear of Carl's death
John Stevens
England - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 19:07:26 (gmt)
I was shocked and so very sorry to hear the news of Carl's death yesterday. The husband and I have seen the Hollies at the Spa Centre in Leamington Spa three times over the past three or four years. Our sympathies are with his family and also the other guys in The Hollies. I'm sure they'll go on without him but that extra something that he gave them is gone for good. Rest in Peace, Carl Wayne
Helen
England - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 19:01:35 (gmt)
It's a very very sad day! What a great singer and performer left us! My sincerest condolences to Carl's wife, family and everyone who was a friend of Carl.
Hans R&R>Wildeshausen, Germany - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 19:00:50 (gmt)
It was a tremendous shock when I heard Johnny Walker on Radio 2 mention Carl Wayne. It took a long time to sink in and I just could not believe what I was hearing! Please pass on my sincere sympathy to his wife Susan and son Jack, and also to The Hollies. Carl had become such a close member of The Hollies and was an immense asset to the Hollies' sound. My Hollies photos are all around my house and Carl will be sadly missed by all my family and friends who thoroughly enjoy the Hollies in concert.
Wendy
England - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 18:23:35 (gmt)
I was very sad to hear of Carl's death. Sadly I never got to see him in concert but remember him in The Move and knew that he took over from Allan Clarke when his wife was ill. Love to his wife Susan who I remember from her days in Crossroads and I saw her in panto years ago with Sandor Eles.
Shirley Kemp
Trowbridge, Wiltshire - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 17:31:35 (gmt)
I was a great fan of the Move, but sadly never saw them, I did however see Carl with The Hollies in Cardiff, they were great together, it was as if Carl had been with them for years, I pray for Carl's family, for The Hollies, and give thanks to God for all the wonderful memories that Carl has given us.
Lyn
Caldicot, Monmouthshire - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 17:28:59 (gmt)
A great loss. A superb musician who was a great performer. I am proud to have worked on Blood Brothers with him in the past, simply irreplaceable. My sincerest condolences to Carl's wife, family and colleagues.
Matthew V Lawrence
Musicians' Union, London, UK - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 16:08:11 (gmt)
Carl Wayne - a great performer, a great character and a great person - in whatever he did...he will be sorely missed... Chirpy
Chirpy (Rob Bird)
UK - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 16:04:46 (gmt)
What a real shame about Carl passing away with that awful disease. I bet Roy Wood must be very upset with the lost of his pal as he known him for over 35 years.
Anthony Adams
United Kingdom - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 15:58:00 (gmt)
It was with great shock that I heard the news yesterday of Carls death. He will be greatly missed - so enjoyed his concerts. Remembering his family at this time
Christine Graham
Aldershot, Hants - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 15:39:52 (gmt)
I would just like to say that the music industry is of a great loss, we have all lost a truly talented man and my thoughts are with his family. He will always live on in his music and will be sadly missed. God bless xx
Naz Ball
Benfleet, England - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 15:14:29 (gmt)
I am shocked to hear of the sad news of Carl's passing away. He was such a lovely man, who brightened up the stage. My love and thoughts are with his family, and the other band members. May he rest in peace.
Ali Miller
Northampton, England - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 15:12:04 (gmt)
I remember Carl when he was in The Move, he was the handsome one, then in the early 70,s he married "Miss Diane" out of Crossroads, then when Alan Clarke decided to retire it was with great excitement that Carl joined where he re-launched the sound of the Hollies and brought some of his old songs from The Move. I took my daughter Gemma to see him in Blood Brothers where he played the narrator which he was brilliant at, he was a much underrated artist, god bless you Carl.
Marion Gray
Sutton Surrey, England - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 15:01:48 (gmt)
As a ex-professional Scottish band Lead Singer from the sixties, it was agreat shock today to learn of the death of Carl Wayne. I only saw him four months ago at the Albert Hall in Stirling, when he gave a great performance, a true professional in every sense. Please accept my condolences. Yours sincerely
Tony Ogilvie
UK- Thursday, September 02, 2004, 14:50:21 (gmt)
So sad to hear that Carl has died. We have seen the Hollies a number of times and enjoyed his performances. It was never easy to replace Allan but he did a great job. He will be sadly missed.
Sheila Durant
- Thursday, September 02, 2004, 14:46:01 (gmt)
Eddie Gray, Musical Director/arranger. I knew Charlie for many, many years, right from the Birmingham days. I did a considerable number of arrangements for him and worked with him, both live and on TV, on many occasions. I only met Sue once, while delivering some extremely last minute arrangements to him at Corley services on the M6! He was a great bloke and a very underrated session singer. PLEASE pass my condolences to Sue. I have been retired with cancer myself so it's quite some time since I saw him, but just as a friend I know I will miss the fact that he is no longer around.
Eddie Gray
UK- Thursday, September 02, 2004, 14:09:53 (gmt)
Carl was a friend and a lovely bloke, we had many a giggle together. He's irreplaceable in the world of music, and in our world. Our love to Sue and Jack, and to you, Carl - a legend in music. We've lost a great mate. Evie and Tim xxx
Eve Adams
Send, Surrey - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 14:05:24 (gmt)
Was very shocked and sad to hear the news of Carl, have always loved the Hollies and there music, having seen them many times. My thoughts go out to his family at this sad time.
Clare Lyall
Wolverhampton, - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 13:32:46 (gmt)
Just to echo my husbands thoughts. The choir 0f Angels needed another voice. Heaven's really rocking now. My memories of the Bournemouth Convention are even more precious. Bless You Carl. Eternal Peace Be Yours. Jeannie Piper
Jeannie Piper
Loughton, - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 13:28:06 (gmt)
My partner Mike and I saw the hollies when Allan was up front and they were brilliant and when Carl arrived we were a bit apprehensive, but we need not have been he was like a breath of fresh air and brought new energy into the band, we do hope that they will continue to give us joy, I am sure that is what Carl would want. Rest in peace, be in pain no longer. Love Carol and Mike
Carol Gren
Longfield, Kent, England - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 12:56:43 (gmt)
We were very sorry to hear the sad news about Carl of whom we have very fond memories when he was our star cabaret at the Talk of London in Drury Lane with London Entertains. Our thoughts are with Sue and his family.
Rodney & Yvonne Dawson
Hayling Island, Portsmouth, Hampshire, England - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 12:47:30 (gmt)
We are stunned at the sad news about Carl Wayne. Although we are Allan Clarke fans Carl was a perfect replacement and we were just beginning to get used to him in the band. Our thoughts are with his family and the rest of the Hollies. With our love Jean, Eric and Sarah.
Jean Molkenthin
Shirley, Surrey - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 11:17:09 (gmt)
I am shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Carl Wayne. He was a great guy and a truly great performer. The world will not be the same without him. I will miss him dearly. My thoughts go out to all his family and friends at this very difficult time.
Glenn http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/thehollies
Manchester, UK - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 11:11:56 (gmt)
We are shocked and stunned at the sad sad news about Carl. We feared the worst at Nottingham but hoped he would be with the Hollies for some time to come. A wonderful guy with a warm personality who always made us laugh - he will always be in our thoughts. Jenny - Welling Kent, Jeanie Joe, Marie - Wantage Oxfordshire Courtney aged 9 and Vinnie aged 8
Jenny Hagon
UK - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 11:00:54 (gmt)
A very sad day for the band, hope they will be carry on
Hartwig Knoche
Hemer, Germany - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 10:56:03 (gmt)
When I came home from work this afternoon and found out about Carl I was to say the least stunned and shocked. I went with my wife Susan to see The Hollies with Carl in 2001 and at the time we didn't even know who he was but we thought that he was fantastic and a perfect replacement for Allan Clarke. My deepest sympathy goes out to his wife, son and the Wayne family and may you rest in peace Carl. Brian
Brian Hewett
Penrith, Australia - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 10:43:39 (gmt)
Dear Rob Very sad news about Carl Wayne, I wish to place on the record my sincere condolences, not only to Carl's family but to Helen MacDonald, who has lost not only her Idol, but a friend. Although I chose not to follow the group after Allan Clarke's departure, Carl's work both as a solo artist and with the Move have always been a source of inspiration to me. It is also sad that the Hollies lose another great singer under tragic circumstances.
William Powys
UK - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 10:41:16 (gmt)
Just read the news of Carl's death on the web site, still feeling numb from the shock. I'll always remember the first time I saw him perform with the Hollies at Eastbourne, he seemed to give the band a new vitality which had been missing. I offer my deepest sympathy to his family also to the band which I hope will carry on, given time to reflect.
Ron Garner
Chesterfield, Derbyshire - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 10:33:46 (gmt)
I am in shock and devastated by the sad passing of Carl. When I first heard the news (my Mum told me) and then read the messages on the various Carl Wayne/Hollies sites I just cried. I was looking forward to my first Hollies concert in November to see how good an entertainer Carl was for myself. My Heart goes out to his wife Susan, son Jack and all his family. Carl will be sadly missed and my he rest in peace. Lots Of Love, Cindy
Cindy Hewett
Penrith, Australia - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 10:09:35 (gmt)
My condolences to the Wayne Family for the passing of Carl Wayne who came from 2 successful groups The Move & The Hollies. I am very sad to hear about Carl's passing which is a huge shock and may the music he made with The Move live on forever & also his time with the Hollies will not be forgotten. My condolences to the Hollies who have lost a good singer and a friend and may they continue to keep touring around the world & to keep making their music. God Bless the Hollies. From Luke
Luke Fence
Brisbane, Australia - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 09:35:27 (gmt)
Shocked by Carl's tragic death. saw him with The Move in Newry in 1969 and with The Hollies in Belfast this year. great singer, great performer who appreciated and enhanced the Hollies' great tradition. May he rest in peace.
Sean Patterson
Newry, Down - Thursday, September 02, 2004, 09:31:27 (gmt) |
