by August 31 marks two decades since the passing of Carl Wayne, the original lead singer of the influential British rock band The Move.
Wayne, who died of esophageal cancer in 2004 at the age of 61, left behind a musical legacy that shaped the sound of the late 1960s and early ’70s.
Best known for the hit “Blackberry Way,” Wayne’s dynamic vocals helped propel The Move into the spotlight, paving the way for future rock legends like Electric Light Orchestra, which emerged from the band’s lineup.
Friends and fans alike remember Wayne as a trailblazer whose voice carried both power and sophistication. Even twenty years later, his contribution to the UK rock scene remains unforgettable.
