Dave Kilworth, RIP.

[Torch56]

Sorry to pass on sad news that Dave, probably better known on here as Dave the Drug, tragically lost his life in a fire at his house in Bilston last week.

An engaging raconteur and keen record collector, his knowledge of soul music, and love of rare vinyl, was impressive and based on an engagement with the scene from the late 60s to the date of his demise. A native of east London, he never lost his accent nor his love of West Ham ,despite years spent in the Wolverhampton area. He was particularly keen on UK labels and used to post images of iconic British items from his collection on this site and elsewhere. The motif that adorned his Linkedin page was an orange CBS issue of Kenny Bernard's, Pity My Feet, for example.

Dave had been in poor health for some time, but the news of his death, and the circumstances, understandably came as a shock to all who knew him. Condolences to his family and many friends.

 

 

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[Mike]

Very sad news, thanks for passing on

Dave was a long time much valued member of Soul Source, with his own unique style of posting and am sure his contributions will be missed by many

His main account profile can be read here

@dthedrug

https://www.soul-source.co.uk/profile/13241-dthedrug/

 

My thoughts and condolences go out to all his family and friends

RIP Dave

[Amsterdam Russ]

Very sorry to hear this tragic news.

RIP Dave.

[Tobytyke]

Never met him personally. But have enjoyed his contributions on soul source for many years. RIP Dave

[Mike]

7 hours ago, Mike said:

Very sad news, thanks for passing on

Dave was a long time much valued member of Soul Source, with his own unique style of posting and am sure his contributions will be missed by many

His main account profile can be read here

@dthedrug

https://www.soul-source.co.uk/profile/13241-dthedrug/

 

My thoughts and condolences go out to all his family and friends

RIP Dave

 

 

Dave's soul source 'intro' on his profile 

Hi Born on a train in London lived in Letchworth only 1 mile from Mick Smith, had a troubled childhood, in 1968 after attending West Hams 1st Home Match, I got a #1 haircut like most of the north bank, & started a kick shit youth sub culture , after receiving interruptions to my lifestyle spending time in HMDC I started to play soul & reggae in pubs, attended all-nighter's through out the 7ts 8ts 9ts 00ts to the present time, in the 7ts I worked with stage lighting & sound crews as a roadie for KOOL & the Gang Marvin Gaye & many more. had long relationship with Stimulants still prescribed 15 dex daily,  collect Rare Soul & Reggae. have had a bad boy reputation which I seldom use these days, I'm a qualified Counsellor specialising in Addiction spent 25 years working for NHS & in the voluntary service,  There are many life chapters that make good reading, working on new project working title "who you screwing John", I'm a Labour Party Member. That's all folks 

 

Also on his profile you can find links to Dave's  Soul Source Record Club topics, which he used to 'run' and look after every year

https://www.soul-source.co.uk/profile/13241-dthedrug/

His post over his 12 years as a member often were full of content such as the below,,,

RIP

 

 

[Merve]

RIP Dave.

I remember him being one of the older heads on the coaches from Bedford in the 70s. Quite a character. 

[Tony Foster]

Tragic and very sad news, our sincere condolences to all family and friends. R.I.P. dear friend..

[Martyn Pitt]

Dave was a personality indeed, I used to enjoy a chat with him, he had some right tales to tell. 

Sad to hear of his passing, condolences to his family and friends.

RIP Dave

 

 

 

[Kevinkent]

Met Dave one Christmas a few years back. At first he wasn't going to let me in his gaff 'cos he thought I was a bailiff. He told me all about the time he lived near me - at a certain Institution in the village of Borstal nr Rochester. A very engaging character and I enjoyed his banter over the years. 

Condolences to friends and family.

RIP Dave Kilworth,  a true original.

 

[Winsford Soul]

What a shock. So sad. As Martyn said he was a character.  

The scene is a poorer place without you. Sleep well and rest in peace Dave 

Ste. X

[Mick Holdsworth]

Such tragic news, hadn't seen him for a few years, but always had the odd chat with him. He will be missed.

[Carty]

6 hours ago, Tobytyke said:

Never met him personally. But have enjoyed his contributions on soul source for many years. RIP Dave

Same  as me , R.I.P.   Dave.

[purist]

Such a great lad, a proper bloke.  I can't help but think he'd be devastated to think his records went up in flames
He idolised Mick Smith, he'd always sing his praises as a record hunter, seller, collector and DJ (of course he wasn't wrong)
He found a record the one time and decided that I literally had to buy it and that no one else should own it ( I still have it btw)

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[Frankie Crocker]

Very sad news. I enjoyed his posts on Soul-Source. Evidently one of life’s characters and a man of the people who spoke his mind.

[Ady Croasdell]

Crazy geezer who livened up our lives; it's sad he's gone, especially in such a tragic way

[Chalky]

Shocked and saddened by his death.  A lively character who would brighten up many a day on the scene and on here. R.I.P.

[Rich Buckley]

That's an awfully sad way to lose one of the scene's characters. He used to post a fair bit on here. RIP Dave

[Ted Massey]

Hell I’m shocked to hear this always had a good chat with him right from the first  meet with him in 1984 rip Dave 

[Stevegods]

Very shocked and saddened to hear this news . Never met Dave in person but you could tell he had a great love and knowledge of the music and a host of vivid memories from back in the day. 

Such a tragic end .RIP Dave  

 

[Colnago]

Yes whatever his problems he retained the passion . R.I.P Dave 

[Wiganer1]

lovely guy rip  and respect to a fellow soulie 

[Neckender]

What a tragic and avoidable way to go.  Dave will be sadly missed. 

[burt weedon]

Well said Sir,   Dave was One of the scenes many characters, It was always great to have a gas about UK labels   .Big Love and Condolences to his family..xx Burt..x   

Edited February 9, 2021 by burt weedon

[Steve Foran]

Sad news Dave was in and around us Bedford lads in the 70's. RIP

[Andy Rix]

This is so sad ... my condolences to his family and friends

Andy

[Mike]

Samantha-jo Kilworth (Dave's daughter) has been in touch with the site and requested that we pass on the details below

My father recently passed away 01/02/2021 he had a soul source profile under the name 'Dthedrug' real name David or Dave Kilworth

My father lived for his music and the northern soul scene he loved everything about it the people, music, clothing, culture and of course record collecting.

Im not sure if possible,  but we would really love to have his family announcement of his passing published on your web page to commemorate him.

Please see the link below;

https://www.myfamilyannouncements.co.uk/expressandstar/view/4796869/kilworth-david

 

Kindest Regards and KTF

Samantha-jo Kilworth

(Daughter)

 

 

Originally printed on March 31, 2021 in the Express and Star.
 

KILWORTH David Andrew January 21, 1952 -

February 01, 2021.

Devoted Husband to Marie, Brother to Nigel and Diane. Beloved Father to Samantha-Jo and Zowie. Grandfather to Ethan, Joel, Jarnel and Karlel. Private Funeral to be held at St Mary's and St John's RC Church on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at 11.45am.

https://www.myfamilyannouncements.co.uk/expressandstar/view/4796869/kilworth-david

[Wiganer1]

Rip Dave well never forget you pal

[Ady Croasdell]

Thanks Samantha Jo, your dad was highly regarded on our scene. Ady 

[Smudger]

R.I.P. Dave your contributions on here will never be forgotten

[Soulman58]

R.I.P Dave, A fellow suffering Hammer whose posts always added colour to whatever topic he engaged with, he will be missed.