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UB40 saxophonist and songwriter Brian Travers dies aged 62

The UB40 saxophone player and songwriter Brian Travers has died at the age of 62, the band has said.

The musician, a founding member of the reggae band, died at his home in Moseley surrounded by his family on 22 August.

A statement from the band said: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our comrade, brother, founding UB40 member and musical legend Brian David Travers.