Fans of Ou Est Le Swimming Pool have been paying tribute to singer Charles Haddon, who died at the weekend.
The 22-year-old frontman took his own life shortly after the band’s appearance at the Pukkelpop festival in Belgium.
Police believe Haddon jumped from a telecommunications mast located in a parking area at the festival.
Gigwise has been inundated with tributes from fans throughout the weekend.
Ell said Haddon’s death was “such a shame”, while Slim said it was “very sad for someone so young to commit suicide”.
Charlize said: “RIP. He was a pretty amazing singer and the band was awesome, truly a great shame.”
“Actually horrendous, cannot believe it,” Pippin wrote.
La Roux also dedicated their set at the V Festival to the late singer.
In a statement, the rest of Ou Est Le Swimming Pool said they were “deeply saddened” and thanked fans for their messages of support.
The London band were due to release their debut album in October, as well as embark on a UK tour.
Jane Powell, director of the Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM), which aims to raises awareness of depression amongst young men, told Gigwise Haddon's death was something that would “impact” his family “for the rest of their lives”.
For more information about male depression, check out thecalmzone.net.
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