Kevan Staples dead: Co-founder of alt-rockers Rough Trade dies as bandmate pays tribute to ‘light that’ll burn forever’

THE co-founder of the legendary rock band Rough Trade, Kevan Staples, has died at the age of 74.

Staples’ death was announced in an emotional social media post by his fellow co-founder Carole Pope.

Kevan Staples of Rough Trade attends the 2023 Canada’s Rock Of Fame in 2023Getty GettyCarole Pope (left) and Kevan Staples (right) of Rough Trade perform together[/caption] GettyCarole Pope and Kevan Staples of Rough Trade pose backstage in 2007[/caption]

Pope paid tribute to Staples...