It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the passing of our very own Chas Hodges. Despite receiving successful treatment for oesophageal cancer recently, Chas suffered organ failure and passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early hours of this morning.

Chas Hodges from Chas and Dave dies aged 74 from organ failure metro.co.uk/2018/09/22/cha… via Metro

Everyone at the Club is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of one of our own, Chas Hodges. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.

Some sad news this afternoon manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/showbiz-n…

Very sad news today, the legendary Chas Hodges has died #RIPChas

Rest In Peace, Chas.

When the petition was launched last year to get Chas n Dave CandD4Brits recognition at the Brits there were so many heartfelt positive comments about their music. Chas And Dave are loved by millions and although we have very sadly lost Chas Hodges their music lives on forever

Trevor A. Broadbank @DjTrevUK Chas And Dave CandD4Brits Harrogate Theatre Hell Fire Jack . The Wurzels🎶 @GlastoFest Sad news to hear of Chas' passing. So pleased we took the chance to see the team at work. Our thoughts are with Dave and all who knew him. #RIP

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Looks like many people had a tremendous time at the memorial night for Chas Hodges Would be great to get Chas And Dave recognition they deserve you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/give… O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire Eric Clapton Ralph Mctell @1PaulWhitehouse Matt Lucas HQ Edward TudorPole Albert Lee WaterAid UK 💦

Hey CandD4Brits, Thank you for the follow!

Great 45min film featuring Jools Holland Jools'R&B Orchestra Don't Stop The Music Chas Hodges CandD4Brits Luke Jerram PianistWithoutBorders describing impact of Street Pianos in changing , even saving lives & bringing strangers together youtu.be/VKKorSEE6LU

Forty years ago today Chas & Dave released "I Wish I Could Write A Love Song". The song was inspired by Chas writing the words on an anniversary card for his wife Joan. To mark the 40 years, a recently-discovered alternative version of the song will be released on Oct 7th.

To mark the 40th anniversary of the release of the "Wish I Could Write A Love Song" single here's a recently-discovered alternative version of the song - available for download and streaming. chasdave.lnk.to/LoveSongTake2

Until artists are paid a percentage of the bar take, we should fight the demands of venues to take a percentage of the merch sales at a gig