Soft Cell's Dave Ball, 'Tainted Love' Co-Founder, Dies at 66
Dave Ball, co-founder of the influential 1980s synth-pop band Soft Cell, has died at age 66, shortly after completing a new album with Almond. Known for their hit 'Tainted Love' and pioneering electronic music, Ball's death follows his recent health struggles, including a severe illness that led to hospital stays. He was working on a new album, 'Danceteria,' which is scheduled for release in 2026, and was remembered as a musical genius and a key figure in the synth-pop movement.