Glasgow DJ and Nightcrawlers frontman, John Reid, dies aged 61
The Glasgow-born artist wrote hit songs for many huge names, including Rod Stewart and Tina Turner
Tributes are being paid to Glasgow DJ and Nightcrawlers singer, John Reid, who has died at the age of 61.
He was behind songs for Tina Turner, Rod Stewart, Kelly Clarkson and Leona Lewis and had top 40 singles all over the world with his own bad.
His 90s hit with Nightcrawlers Push The Feeling On was later remixed by underground artists, and was remixed by other artists including Big Narstie.
TTF vocalist Mary Kiani was engaged to John for nine years and wrote on social media following the news: “Just heard this morning that my first love John Reid died suddenly.
“We met in Glasgow but fell in love in London.
“He was recording his album with Roy Hay (Culture Club) for his new band ‘This way up’. Myself and Danusia DanooshaZaremba were on tour, and every night we met at the Columbian hotel.
“We bought our first flat in Dennistoun age 21 & 22. We were both doing great with our music.
"The birth of The Nightcrawlers happened (Push the feeling on) . We toured, we recorded, we did our vocal sessions together.
"We parted 9 years later. Last year, I got in touch with him. I said I’d love to say hello again before one of us dies. I saw him just last year in Glasgow."
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