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Living in a Box frontman Richard Darbyshire has passed away aged 65. ‌

The former vocalist from the 80s pop group died on Monday, his devastated family has confirmed. ‌

In 1985, Darbyshire joined the emerging band as singer and guitarist, alongside drummer Anthony 'Tich' Critchlow and keyboardist Marcus Vere. ‌

The Sheffield-formed trio achieved global success with their breakthrough single - also titled Living In A Box - back in 1987.

Darbyshire departed the group in 1989 following staff changes at their record company which led to creative disagreements whilst recording their third album, reports the Mirror .

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He subsequently pursued a solo career, releasing his first album How Many Angels in 1994.

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