David Hinds, the lead singer of Steel Pulse hospitalized in Wilmington, North Carolina
Written by adminVibe on July 25, 2024
David Hinds, the lead singer of Steel Pulse, was hospitalized yesterday in Wilmington, North Carolina. He was scheduled to perform with Steel Pulse and Jesse Royal at the Greenfield Lake Amphitheater. Despite his absence, the show went on with the band’s guitarist taking over most of the singing duties. Amlak Tafari, the band’s longtime bassist, rallied the crowd by saying, “For 49 years David Hinds has given you his voice. Now it’s time to give him your voice,” engaging the audience in a heartfelt show of support for Hinds.
David Hinds, born on June 15, 1956, is 68 years old and has been a member of Steel Pulse since its formation in 1975. He has been a pivotal figure in the band, contributing to their global success and recognition in the reggae music scene.
With all due respect to his personal privacy we wont release any detailed health information released about his medical condition from this latest hospitalization. However, in past years, Hinds has been open about the toll that decades of touring and performing have taken on his health. Fans and fellow musicians have expressed their hopes for his speedy recovery.
Steel Pulse, known for their militant roots and protest songs, has maintained a significant presence in reggae music since the 1970s. The band’s history is marked by powerful performances and a strong commitment to addressing social and political issues through their music.