He was "one of the first DJs to play and champion The Charlatans," says Tim Burgess Veteran radio presenter Pete Mitchell has died aged 61, a family friend has confirmed.
The Charlatans, one of a host of indie bands that Mitchell championed across his time at BBC Radio 2, Absolute Radio and more, have led tributes to the DJ. “Pete collapsed whilst out walking near his home in Stockport,” family friend Jo Houlcroft said in a statement confirming the DJ’s death. “The cause of his death is still unknown but he was not thought to be displaying any signs of illness.
He was knowledgeable and passionate about music of all genres, discovering and supporting many bands and was a huge part of the Manchester music scene. “His wife Helen and two
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