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Sam Rivers, the bass player for Limp Bizkit, has died, with band members praising his talent and impact. The band did not disclose the cause or circumstances of his death, but Rivers had previously spoken about health issues related to heavy drinking. He left the band in 2015, had a liver transplant, and rejoined in 2018. Limp Bizkit is planning a tour in Central and South America.
Sam Rivers, the bassist for Limp Bizkit, has died at age 48, with the band praising his talent and impact on music. He had previously left the band due to health issues but rejoined after a liver transplant. His death has deeply affected band members, especially frontman Fred Durst, who shared heartfelt memories and announced upcoming tour plans.
Sam Rivers, the bassist of Limp Bizkit, has passed away at age 48, leaving a significant impact on the band and fans. The band praised his talent and irreplaceable presence, with frontman Fred Durst expressing deep sorrow. Rivers had a history of health issues related to heavy drinking and liver disease, but rejoined the band after a liver transplant. The band is scheduled to tour in South America soon.
The Smiths drummer Mike Joyce paid tribute to his late friend and bandmate, bassist Andy Rourke, in a new interview with BBC Breakfast. Joyce discussed Rourke's talent as a bass player and their friendship outside of the band. Rourke passed away at the age of 59 after battling pancreatic cancer. Morrissey also penned a eulogy for Rourke, praising his unique musical contributions.
Andy Rourke, the bass player for The Smiths, was as gifted a musician as Johnny Marr was a guitarist. He developed a complex but fluid style of playing to compensate for the band only having one guitarist. Rourke's playing provided ample evidence of the breadth of music influences that were funnelled into The Smiths' sound. After the band split, Rourke continued playing with Morrissey and established new bands. The Smiths also wouldn't have been the same without Rourke.