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Thursday, November 3, 2011
News / R.I.P. GWAR Guitarist Found Dead
Posted by Ned Lannamann on Thu, Nov 3, 2011 at 2:39 PM
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Sad news indeed: GWAR guitarist Cory Smoot passed away this morning, according to NME:
Guitarist with cult metal band Gwar, Cory Smoot — otherwise known as Flattus Maximus — has been found dead (November 3).We'll let you know how this will affect GWAR's scheduled show next week at the Roseland (November 9) as soon as get word. Stay tuned.The band’s frontman Dave Brockie, or Oderus Urungus, released a short statement to Metal Sucks breaking the news. He wrote:
"It is with a sense of profound loss and tragedy that the members of Gwar must announce the passing of their longtime guitarist and beloved friend Cory Smoot, also known to thousands of metal fans worldwide as Flattus Maximus. Cory was found deceased this morning as the band prepared for a border crossing."
He explained that the cause of death is as yet unexplained and there has been no decision made about the remainder of the band’s current North American tour dates or the band’s future.
“At this point we are just dealing with the loss of our dear friend and brother, one of the most talented guitar players in metal today,” he added, saying a full statement will be released over the coming days.
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