Train band’s founding member, Charlie Colin, has tragically passed away at the age of 58 due to a fatal accident. The musician, known for his role as a bass player in the band, was found deceased after slipping and falling in the shower while house-sitting for a friend in Brussels, Belgium.
Charlie had relocated to Brussels where he was actively involved in teaching a music master class at a conservatory and working on music for a film. He was a pivotal part of Train’s inception in the mid-’90s in San Francisco, alongside other original members like Pat Monahan, Rob Hotchkiss, Jimmy Stafford, and Scott Underwood.
The band rose to fame with their debut album ‘Train’ in 1998, which featured hit songs like ‘Drops of Jupiter,’ ‘Meet Virginia,’ and ‘Hey, Soul Sister.’ Their success earned them two Grammy awards in 2002 for Best Rock Song and Best Instrumental Arrangement Accompanying Vocalist(s). Charlie eventually departed from the group in 2003.
Charlie’s mother has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of her son, describing him as a beautiful human being. The music industry mourns the passing of a talented artist who contributed significantly to Train’s success and legacy.
Our thoughts are with Charlie Colin’s family, friends, and fans during this difficult time as they come to terms with this heartbreaking news.
