Scott Taylor dead: Then Jerico guitarist dies of brain tumour after two-year battle

Guitarist Scott Taylor has died of a brain tumour after battling ill health for the last couple of years.

The talented musician, best known for his work in the 1980s band Then Jerico, died last night just weeks after being discharged from hospital.

His old bandmates paid tribute in an Instagram statement, which read: "RIP Scott Taylor.

"I've just heard the devastatingly sad news of the passing of (David) Scott Taylor. He'd been gravely ill for the last couple of years and he was hospitalised earlier this year but discharged so I was hoping to see him again, but it wasn't to be.

"I'm unsure of the exact details (so please don't ask) but I send my deep sincere condolences & love to his wife Miranda and both of his daughters."

The band went on: "Scott was a powerhouse of creativity, inspiration and musical innovation and most probably the best guitarist I've ever heard.

"We wrote some great songs together and I know I speak for all the old band members when I say he was loved and very respected by us all for his unique talents and amazing abilities.

"He made us laugh and cry for many reasons and I'll miss him more than I ever had the chance to tell him. Rest in peace my dear ol’ friend. I love ya mate. Thanks for the music. You rocked X."

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T'Pau frontwoman Carol Decker also paid tribute, adding that Scott had been living with a brain tumour for the last two years.

"I am so very sad to learn the Scott Taylor formerly of @THENJERICO has died of a brian tumor I wrote 2 fabulous songs with him called 'Say You Will' & 'Now That You're Gone' We only spoke a few months ago Sleep well my friend," she tweeted.

Then Jerico was formed of singer Mark Shaw, bassist Jasper Stainthorpe, drummer Steve Wren and Scott on guitar.

They had success with their debut album First (The Sound Of Music), then with their 1989 offering The Big Area, which went gold.

The group disbanded in early 1990 when Mark left to pursue a solo career, but got back together in 2013 to tour their new album Reprise.

Scott leaves behind his wife Miranda and their two daughters.