Shocking news this Monday…
Dolores O’Riordan, lead singer with The Cranberries, passed away suddenly on Monday at the age of 46.
The Limerick singer had been in London for a short recording session.
A statement from her PR agency said: “Irish and international singer Dolores O’Riordan has died suddenly in London today. She was 46 years old. The lead singer with the Irish band The Cranberries, was in London for a short recording session. No further details are available at this time.”
O’Riordan was born in Limerick in 1971 and she auditioned to be The Cranberries’ lead singer back in 1990, and went on to achieve global success with the group, especially in the mid and early ’90s.
The Cranberries sold more than 40 million records over their career with some of their most popular hits including ‘Zombie’ and ‘Linger’.
Video via TheCranberriesVEVO
Tributes have been pouring in from around the globe for The Cranberries front woman.
President Michael D Higgins said: “It is with great sadness that I have learned of the death of Dolores O’Riordan, musician, singer and song writer.
“Dolores O’Riordan and The Cranberries had an immense influence on rock and pop music in Ireland and internationally.
“I recall with fondness the late Limerick TD Jim Kemmy’s introduction of her and The Cranberries to me, and the pride he and so many others took in their successes.
“To all those who follow and support Irish music, Irish musicians and the performing arts her death will be a big loss.”
Dolores O Riordan has died, Rest In Peace. Very sad day for Limerick, a legend gone
— The Blindboy Podcast (@bbboatclub) January 15, 2018
My first time hearing Dolores O'Riordan's voice was unforgettable. It threw into question what a voice could sound like in that context of Rock. I'd never heard somebody use their instrument in that way. Shocked and saddened to hear of her passing, thoughts are with her family.
— Hozier (@Hozier) January 15, 2018
I am in utter shock at Dolores O’Riordan’s sudden passing. The Cranberries were the first band I discovered without help from my siblings. I was so proud of everything they did in representing Limerick. #RIPDolores
— Muireann O'Connell (@MuireannO_C) January 15, 2018
Absolutely shocked to hear about the passing of Dolores O'Riordan! @The_Cranberries gave us our first big support when we toured with them around France years ago! Thoughts are with her family and friends
— Kodaline (@Kodaline) January 15, 2018
Dolores O’Riordan has had such a huge impact on me in so many ways. Watching the light and shade in her performances, her voice, her attitude. She’s the reason so many young girls saw a place for themselves in rock music. So, so sad. #DoloresORiordan
— May Kay (@MayKay316) January 15, 2018
I remember The Cranberries shot photos for their album No Need to Argue in our street where they sat on a couch & they let all us neighbourhood kids sit on it & have a buzz ❤️
— Jenn Gannon (@thejenngannon) January 15, 2018
gone too soon.
rest in power to one of our biggest musical inspirations, dolores o'riordan.
thank you. pic.twitter.com/ZghvQS4p2M— MUNA (@whereisMUNA) January 15, 2018
I remember The Cranberries shot photos for their album No Need to Argue in our street where they sat on a couch & they let all us neighbourhood kids sit on it & have a buzz ❤️
— Jenn Gannon (@thejenngannon) January 15, 2018
Oh lord. Not Dolores O’Riordan. Grew up singing Cranberries songs. Tragic news.
— Frank Turner (@frankturner) January 15, 2018
Deeply saddened by the passing of Dolores O'Riordan….an icon, a huge talent and a distinctive voice loved by fans worldwide … RIP
— Katherine Zappone (@k_zappone) January 15, 2018
Tonight’s show is going to be a tribute to Dolores. 8-10, @rte2fm, join me and we’ll remember her through her music. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/CIYkP4Iouh
— Louise McSharry (@louisemcsharry) January 15, 2018
RIP Dolores O'Riordan …
"My mother, my mom,
She hold me, she hold me
When I was out there.
My father, my father,
He liked me, oh, he liked me.
Does anyone care?"…Still rings in my head. Thank you for the music. #Cranberries #RIPDolores pic.twitter.com/bMAtvEvXZ1
— Mihir Bijur (@MihirBijur) January 15, 2018
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