Tributes after the death of Musical Youth drummer Frederick Waite Jr

Tributes have been paid following the death of reggae band Musical Youth drummer Frederick Waite Jr.

The band, known for the 80s hit Pass the Dutchie which sold over five million copies worldwide, announced the death of the 55-year-old man earlier.

Mr Waite Jr was a "musical legend" who "inspired many young musicians", the Birmingham band say.

They formed in 1979 with members Dennis Seaton, Michael Grant, Kelvin Grant, Mr Waite Jr and Patrick Waite.

In 2001, Dennis Seaton and Michael Grant reformed as a duo.

Pass the Dutchie once again became a favorite hit, with the band performing the song at the Closing Ceremony of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.

It was also featured in season four of the hit Netflix series Stranger Things.

Fellow reggae and Brummie band UB40, paid tribute to Mr Waite on Twitter and said: "R.I.P JR. How sad to hear this news.

"Our thoughts are with his family and musical youth".