Peter Anthony Morgan, the lead singer of the Grammy award-winning reggae band Morgan Heritage, handed away on Sunday on the age of 46. Per the Jamaica Observer, Peter’s demise was introduced by his household in an announcement on X (previously Twitter).
“It’s out of honest love that we share that our beloved husband, father, son and brother and lead singer of Morgan Heritage Peter Anthony Morgan has ascended immediately February twenty fifth, 2024. Jah come and save us from ourselves as a result of love is the one means,” the assertion mentioned.
“Our household thanks you upfront to your overwhelming love and assist, and we ask to your continued prayers as we undergo this course of. We ask that you simply please respect our privateness throughout this time of therapeutic. Thanks!”
The Caribbean nation’s Prime Minister, Andrew Holness, additionally despatched his condolences to the deceased musician’s household. “My coronary heart is heavy to be taught of the passing of Peetah Morgan of the world famend Morgan Heritage,” Holness posted on X.
“I ship my deep condolences to the Morgan household as they grieve this super loss which can be a colossal loss for Jamaica and for Reggae Music.”
Holness added: “Our nation is grateful for his life and contribution and the sharing of his distinctive musical expertise which touched every of us. I pray for the household’s peace and luxury throughout this unimaginably troublesome time.”
Morgan Heritage, a famend reggae band, was based by Peter and his 4 different siblings in 1994. The opposite band members embody Una Morgan, Nakhamyah “Lukes” Morgan, Roy “Gramps” Morgan, and Memmalatel “Mr. Mojo” Morgan. In 2016, their Strictly Roots album gained a Grammy for the most effective reggae album.
Their father, Denroy Morgan, was additionally a well-liked reggae artist. Peter’s reason for dying was, nevertheless, not disclosed by his household.
