VMS Live Founder And MD Steve Forster Dies

– Steve Forster
1964 – 2019

Steve Forster, the founder and managing director of UK venue operator and promoter VMS Live, died April 19.

The obituary published by his friends and colleagues on VMS Live reads:

“Everyone at VMS Live is deeply shocked and saddened at the recent passing of our Managing Director and founder Steve Forster.

“He was involved in a serious car accident on Saturday, March 30th heading south after having watched his beloved Leeds United win (Marching on Together). Steve sustained a number of serious injuries which were treated in Sheffield after which he was transferred to Royal Surrey Hospital but following complications, Steve passed away peacefully on Friday, April 19th 2019.

“Whether you knew Steve from his early days in Newcastle or through the many venues and events he worked with we are sure you will agree that he was a focussed and determined operator, a man who knew his own mind, and overall a truly unique and talented individual.

“Steve was respected and influential throughout the industry and has passed on a great deal of knowledge and experience to those around him and for this legacy, we can all be eternally grateful.

“Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with his family, friends and all those who were fortunate to have known him.

“RIP Steve – we know you will enjoy ‘The Great Gig In The Sky.’”