Singer from beloved ’80s New Wave band dead at 74
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Key Points:
- Peter Byrne, co-founder and singer of the ’80s New Wave duo Naked Eyes, has died at 74 after a brief illness in Los Angeles; the cause of death has not been disclosed.
- Byrne rose to fame alongside the late Rob Fisher with hits like “Always Something There to Remind Me” and “Promises, Promises,” and the duo formed Naked Eyes in 1982.
- After the band’s second album in 1984, Byrne pursued solo projects including albums released in 2007 and 2021, and contributed vocals to Stevie Wonder’s 1985 song “Part-Time Lover.”
- Fans and peers have expressed condolences on social media, highlighting Byrne’s impact on ’80s British music and his lasting legacy.
- Byrne is survived by three children, siblings, and his ex-wife; a private family service will be held, with fans encouraged to honor him by supporting his music.
