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DURBAN legendary musician Steve Fataar (76) has died.
Fataar died in the early hours of Saturday morning, just hours after performing at Zachs.
He was famous for forming the 60s group, The Flames alongside his two brothers. One of the groups hits was For Your Precious Love.
According to reports Fataar suffered lung complications.
Thank you for the music…Rest in peace Steve Fataar. It was a real honour to have crossed paths with you in this lifetime. #HeavensAngelNow https://t.co/Lfq2LfnHuu
— Sheena Sewpersadh (@ssewpersadh) January 18, 2020
RIP Steve Fataar
OG of the South African music scene pic.twitter.com/1ZcJFCj6fJ
— Mac, but you can call me goodcat (@Chaitmac) January 18, 2020
Steve Fataar… I'm shattered by the news. RIP Brother.
— Clinton Philander (@ChipRoyale) January 18, 2020
RIP Steve Fataar, a rocker and gent of note, condolences to his family
— Tony Cox (@tonycoxmusic) January 18, 2020
My friend, my brother, the legend!
Steve Fataar you will be missed!
Such a privilege to know you and to have shared with you.
Rest peacefully and musically bra Steve xxx
❤️🔥🤘🏼🌈— Domenico Benigno (@DomBenigno) January 18, 2020
Now you’re rocking with the Angels, RIP Steve Fataar
— The Sir Walrus Band (@SirWalrusBand) January 18, 2020
Rest in Peace Steve Fataar. Keep 'em smiling up in heaven with your music. 🎸
— Lady Litsa (@ladylitsa) January 18, 2020