Alan Rankine death: The Associates singer dies aged 64 trends now
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Scottish musician Alan Rankine who was one half of the indie band the Associates has died, his sons have announced.
Callum and Hamish Rankine posted a tribute on Facebook to their father today after his death at the age of 64.
'It is with great sadness that my brother, Hamish, and I announce the passing of our father Alan Rankine,' the post said.
'He died peacefully at home shortly after spending Christmas with his family. He was a beautiful, kind and loving man who will be sorely missed.'
They post added: 'The Facebook community meant a lot to our dad so we'd like to keep this account live and we invite you to celebrate his life on this page.'
Alan Rankine, the Scottish musician and record producer pictured at his home in 2000
Alan Rankine (left) and Billy MacKenzie of The Associates performing at University of London Union, on 30 January 1981
The cause of his death has not been reported yet.
Born in Stirlingshire in 1958, Rankine was known for being the guitarist in the band the Associates which he formed in 1979 along with singer Billy Mackenzie, who died in 1997.
