British punk rockstar dies aged 63 after short illness as band & family pay emotional tribute
A PUNK rockstar from a legendary British band has sadly died.
Colin Jerwood, from the band Conflict, passed away after a “short illness” aged 63.
The band said: “It is with a very heavy heart to announce Colin passed away after a short illness.
“We know for his supporters that this is difficult news to hear.”
It added: “We appreciate that many of you might want to share your condolences. We have set up this online memorial page that you can contribute to. You can also donate to charities in his memory.
“Colin’s family meant the world to him and he would want their wishes to be respected.
“We kindly request that you do not attend his funeral. His family will be reading through any comments on the memorial page and your presence will be felt.
“We appreciate all your support for Colin and Conflict over the years.”
Tributes rolled in, calling the singer an “inspiration”.
Conflict is a punk group originally based in Eltham in South London.
Formed in 1981, the band’s original line up featured Colin, Francisco ‘Paco’ Carreno, John, Steve, Pauline, and Paul a.k.a. ‘Nihilistic Nobody’.
Former band drummer, Francisco “Paco” Carreno, died in 2015, aged 49.
Born and raised in Eltham, Colin founded Conflict amid the punk boom in the UK.
The band went on to carve out a space in the Anarcho-punk scene and were known for their stances on animal rights and anti-facism.