Colin Vearncombe, the talented musician best known for his work under the moniker Black, was born on this day in 1962. Vearncombe, a native of West Derby, Liverpool, rose to prominence in the music scene with his distinctive sound. His debut album as Black achieved significant success, reaching the number three position on the UK charts. The album’s title single and the track “Sweetest Smile” both garnered considerable popularity, peaking at number eight on the charts. Vearncombe’s career was marked by his introspective lyrics and soulful melodies, which resonated with a wide audience. He continued to create music throughout his life, leaving behind a legacy of memorable songs. Sadly, Colin Vearncombe’s life was cut short at the age of 53. He passed away following a tragic car crash that occurred in Cork, Ireland. His untimely death sent ripples of sadness through the music community and among his many fans, who remembered him for his contribution to music. Source: #OnThisDay
The Vinyl Arrears: #OnThisDay 1962 Colin Vearncombe born He recorded under the group name Black His debut album as Black went to No3 in the UK and the title single and Sweetest Smile both peaked at No8 He was born in West Derby,Liverpool and died at age 53 after a car crash in Cork,Ireland. #breaking
— @TheVinylArrears May 1, 2026
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