September 28th 2024.
G4, a popular vocal group, recently faced a devastating loss when one of their original members, Ben Thapa, passed away. As they continue to tour without him, the other members have taken a moment to reflect on their time with him and honor his memory.
Thapa was a founding member of the group, but had left in 2018 to pursue his own music career. His sudden passing at the age of 42 came as a shock to his former bandmates, who were in the middle of their 20th anniversary tour. In a joint statement, they referred to Thapa as their "brother" and thanked fans for their support during this difficult time.
Tributes poured in from fans and those who had worked with Thapa, highlighting his talent and kind nature. His bandmates also shared their own memories and said that performing the songs they used to sing with him has been a cathartic experience.
The group rose to fame on the first series of The X Factor in 2004, where they finished second. Ansell, one of the surviving members, spoke about how Thapa's death has made them cherish every moment and interaction they have with others. He also expressed gratitude for being able to relive the memories and harmonies they created together at music college.
Christie, another member of G4, described Thapa as an "amazing musician" who played a crucial role in the group's harmonies and identity. He also noted that Thapa's perfect pitch was essential in their acapella performances.
Aside from his time with G4, Thapa had a successful career in opera and made his main stage debut at the English National Opera. Ansell shared that the outpouring of love and support since Thapa's passing has been incredible and heartwarming.
The remaining members of G4 are currently on their 20th-anniversary tour, which has been a dream come true for them. They have been credited with popularizing operatic pop and will be revisiting fan favorites and new arrangements on their tour.
The group's Irish leg of the tour will kick off on October 1, where they will be performing in various cities across the country. As they continue to honor Thapa's memory, they are grateful for the support of their fans and the opportunity to celebrate their time together.
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