Ray Mayhew, who was part of new wave group Sique Sique Sputnik, has died.

The news was shared by the group's singer Martin Degville who described him as a 'force of light that shone so brightly.'

in a Facebook tribute, Martin told fans:" It is with great sadness that I have been informed today that my best friend and drummer of Sigue Sigue Sputnik, Ray Mayhew, has passed away. May God bless you – you will forever be in my thoughts, and also in the hearts of the fans who love you. You were a force, a light that shone so brightly. Rest in peace, mate. Love you always."

The star died on August 28 but no further information or cause of death was given.

Sigue Sigue Sputnik were formed in 1982 by former Generation X bassist Tony James and went on to have three UK top-40 hit singles, includ

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