Ian Mitchell was a member of the popular Scots pop band, Bay City Rollers, and he has died aged 62. The band’s official Facebook page shared a tribute to the star, but no official cause of death has been given. The tribute said: “We are deeply saddened by the news of Ian Mitchell’s death. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Wendy, their family and friends. Rest In Peace, Ian.” The band’s former guitarist, Stuart Wood, said it was “very sad news” and he would always be in his heart.
The band saw its breakthrough between 1974 and 1975, and their song Remember made it into the UK chart.
Mitchell joined the group when he was just 17-years-old, and he was the first band member from outside of Scotland to join.
Fans have taken to social media to pay tribute to the talented musician.
One said: “Really shocked to hear that Ian Mitchell passed away a few hours ago. The Bay City Rollers were my teenage idols, and the real reason I took up music photography.
“I got to spend a bit of time with Ian shortly after he moved to LA in the 80s and he was great. Such a loss.”
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Kyle Vincent, who was also a member of the Bay City Rollers, shared a photo of the group on Instagram.
He said: “Sad news from the Bay City Rollers world – Ian Mitchell died today. He was 62.
“Certainly one of the highlights of my career was singing for the Rollers. We made some great memories in the relatively short time I was in the band.
My deepest condolences to Wendy, and Ian’s legion of fans around the world.”
The track I Only Want To Be With You reached number 12 in the charts in America.
Mitchell left the band towards the end of 1976 as the group’s popularity began to take a turn.
He was replaced as the guitarist by Pat McGlynn, but he is still remembered for his talent to this day.
Another fan said on Twitter: “RIP Ian Mitchell. Gone too soon. You will always be a happy memory of my teenage years.”