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Dead Or Alive frontman Pete Burns dies aged 57

24 October 2016, 18:21 | Written by Laurence Day

Pete Burns, Dead Or Alive's founder and frontman, has died aged 57 of a "massive cardiac arrest", a spokesperson has confirmed.

Burns formed Dead Or Alive in 1980, with their big break coming in 1985 thanks to the release of classic pop hit "You Spin Me Right Round". The band put out seven records in total, with final album Fragile coming in 2000.

As well as his work with Dead Or Alive, Burns released a handful of solo singles, including 2004's Pet Shop Boys-produced "Jack & Jill Party".

Our thoughts are with Burns' friends and family at this time.

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