Deacon Blue keyboardist James Prime has sadly passed away at the age of 64. Just days before his death, he was rushed to intensive care, with the reason for his hospitalization initially unknown. However, it has now been revealed that James was battling cancer.

The band confirmed the news of his passing in a heartfelt post, expressing their gratitude for the support they received during James' illness. Fans also flooded the comments section with messages of condolences and memories of James and his music.

Despite James' health struggles, Deacon Blue had previously announced that their upcoming shows would proceed as planned. The band, consisting of vocalists Ricky Ross and Lorraine McIntosh, drummer Dougie Vipond, guitarist Gregor Philp, and bassist Lewis Gordon, shared updates on James' condition with fans.

Deacon Blue's tour, The Great Western Road Trip, is scheduled to kick off in September, with performances across various cities. This tour coincides with the band's 40th anniversary and follows the release of their latest album, 'Riding on the Tide of Love' in 2021.

Lead vocalist Ricky Ross expressed his excitement for the upcoming tour, emphasizing the magic of live performances and the band's commitment to creating memorable experiences for their audience. The tour will feature a mix of new and classic songs, promising surprises and intimate moments for fans to enjoy.