Fans and fellow musicians have paid tribute to singer Stephen Martin, also known as Rainy Boy Sleep, after his death was confirmed this weekend.
The Donegal performer, who was aged 29, had been reported missing three weeks ago. His body was recovered this weekend.
Derry band Snow Patrol led the tributes:
Sad to hear the news of Steven Martin. Love & thoughts are with the his family. https://t.co/C4CFzzJhwz N xxx
— Snow Patrol (@snowpatrol) August 14, 2016
Singer James Vincent McMorrow said:
Really sad to hear about the passing of Stevie Martin (Rainy Boy Sleep) a musician and a life gone too soon, RIP
— James Vincent McMorrow (@jamesvmcmorrow) August 14, 2016
So sad to hear about the passing of Stevie. He was a lovely guy and talented to say the least. Rest in piece #rainyboysleep
— Cian Twomey (@MrCianTwomey) August 14, 2016
This is a memory I'll treasure even more now, from my old radio show on @CorksRedFM https://t.co/iV0W0Xz0Be RIP Stevie X #rainyboysleep (p2)
— Shane Bucks (@shanebuckley) August 14, 2016
https://twitter.com/stephenbyrne/status/764693362393882628
RIP Stevie It was an honour & a privilege to have known you & have you grace our stage Condolences to your family & friends. #rainyboysleep
— Spirit Store (@SpiritStore) August 14, 2016
Heartbroken to hear of the passing of Stevie Martin. One of the nicest, most talented people I met & a friend for life. #rainyboysleep (p1)
— Shane Bucks (@shanebuckley) August 14, 2016
Stephen had success last year with his debut EP Ambulance. At the time he received praise from fellow northern Gary Lightbody.
The singer-songwriter also gained experience playing Glastonbury for three consecutive years and toured with the likes of James Morrison and Cyndi Lauper.
One of Stevie’s standout moments to date was being asked to join Lauper onstage at the Hammersmith Apollo to sing her phenomenal global hit ‘Time After Time’ in front of 3,500 fans.
