Singer Micky Fitz (born Michael Fitzsimons) of THE BUSINESS has died after a battle with cancer. No official statement has been released by the rest of the band, but condolences are pouring in from the punk, hardcore and oi! communities around the world. At the end of 2015, Fitz was diagnosed with cancer on the lymph gland and had been undergoing radiotherapy. South London's skinhead heroes THE BUSINESS have been a driving force in the scene for more than three decades. During this time, they produced countless anthems for their beloved "working class," ranging from terrace style sing-alongs to astute social commentaries. Since forming in 1979, the band has releases more records than even some of the most long-standing punk bands, toured all over the world, released records on labels such as Epitaph, Taang!, BYO, TKO, Captain Oi! and many more, as well as having Lars Frederiksen (RANCID) produce one of their records and having shared a split release with DROPKICK MURPHYS. THE BUSINESS's song "England 5 - Germany 1" became a football anthem for England and has appeared in the movie "Euro Trip". They even dedicated an entire album to football-related songs, titled "Hardcore Hooligan".
Our deepest condolences to the family of one of our heroes and a lifetime friend, RIP Micky Fitz ... Loud, Proud, &...
Posted by Agnostic Front on Thursday, December 1, 2016
No more swinging hammers, no more blowing bubbles! A legend leaves us! Rest In Peace Mr Fitz!
Posted by Burning Heart Records on Thursday, December 1, 2016
R.I.P. Micky Fitz. You were a true friend and a legend. You will be missed. #thebusiness #oi #maradona #harrymay #mickyfitz #legend.
Posted by Ignite on Thursday, December 1, 2016
Today we learned of the passing of a friend, a legendary singer and songwriter Micky Fitz of The Business. We ask that...
Posted by Street Dogs on Thursday, December 1, 2016
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Our deepest condolences to the family of one of our heroes and a lifetime friend, RIP Micky Fitz ... Loud, Proud, &...
Posted by Agnostic Front on Thursday, December 1, 2016
No more swinging hammers, no more blowing bubbles! A legend leaves us! Rest In Peace Mr Fitz!
Posted by Burning Heart Records on Thursday, December 1, 2016
R.I.P. Micky Fitz. You were a true friend and a legend. You will be missed. #thebusiness #oi #maradona #harrymay #mickyfitz #legend.
Posted by Ignite on Thursday, December 1, 2016
Today we learned of the passing of a friend, a legendary singer and songwriter Micky Fitz of The Business. We ask that...
Posted by Street Dogs on Thursday, December 1, 2016
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