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Vince Power, Renowned Live Music Promoter, Passes Away at 76

The music industry mourns the loss of Vince Power, whose legacy spans iconic festivals and venues across the UK and Ireland.

  • Vince Power, celebrated for transforming the live music scene, dies aged 76, leaving behind a legacy of iconic festivals like Reading & Leeds and Glastonbury.
  • Tributes pour in from artists, promoters, and fans, highlighting Power's impact as a visionary promoter and a beloved figure in the music community.
  • Power's career milestones include founding the Mean Fiddler Music Group, revitalizing the Reading Festival, and receiving an honorary CBE for his contributions to music.
  • Despite challenges, including financial losses and legal issues, Power's passion for music and festivals remained undiminished, influencing generations of music lovers.
  • Power is remembered for his dedication to Irish culture and his role in promoting Irish music and artists in the UK, leaving a lasting impact on the music industry.
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