The Welsh singer, a much-loved artist who left an influence on the industry, has died after spending more than 60 years in music.
Tony Jones, best known as one half of the famous duo Tony and Aloma, has died at the age of 86.
Tony was a household and loved name in Welsh music and for decades he performed all over Wales and beyond, appearing in cabaret shows, television programs and live concerts.
However, Tony and Aloma became extremely popular in the 60s and 70s, winning the hearts of fans with their music.
The duo sold over 100,000 albums and were known for their hit songs including Mae Gen and Cariade And Sun Ond Ti a Fi.
After eight years apart, Tony and Aloma reunited in the mid-1980s, bringing joy to fans who followed their journey for years.
Aloma, meanwhile, shared an emotional message through a family member, saying, “Thank you all for your sympathy and kind words, without all of you there would be no Tony and Aloma.”
Musicians Iona and Andrew Boggie also paid tribute, calling him “a great songwriter, a wonderful voice and a very lovely person”.
Additionally, Sain’s record company described Tony as “a friend of Sain’s for decades” and thanked him for his lasting contribution to Welsh music.
