What's happened to the rhythm section? Part 1 of a grim update
What's happened to the rhythm section? Part 1 of a grim update
Eight drummers who've "died suddenly" worldwide, since our last post on this sad subject since March 10
In reverse chronological order:
CROATIA
Croatian drummer Jasmin Stavros died at the age of 68.
May 4, 2023
The news of his death was confirmed by manager Ljubo Šeperić and the doctors of KBC Zagreb. Stavros recently revealed that he is suffering from bone cancer. His career spanned five decades. He was involved in music from an early age, performing in the Split bands Delfini, More and Mladi batali, which were later renamed Magazin. He was a studio player in Jugoton and one of the most sought-after drummers in the former Yugoslavia. He collaborated with many musicians, from Arsen Dedić, Josipa Lisac, through Miša Kovač, to Neda Ukraden and Ljupka Dimitrovska. He gained great fame in 1989 when he released the hits "Tired" and "Dao bih sto Amerika" on his third solo album.
NORWAY
Leif Nilsen is dead
April 15, 2023
Leif Nilsen, the frontman of Leif & Kompisane, has died, 62 years old, writes Aftenbladet. He has been ill since last fall and passed away Friday night at Haukeland University Hospital. Nilsen was also a drummer in Mods in the 70s and 80s. Leif & Kompisane have released eight albums and are very well known to listeners of the venue. Songs like "Stranddag" ,"Syver" and "Morgen herlige" have been played countless times.
No cause of death reported.
BRAZIL
Drummer of the group Pagode do Ivan suffers heart attack and dies
April 10, 2023
The drummer Teteco, musician who was part of the group Pagode do Ivan, one of the most traditional in the capital of Maranhão, died on the morning of Monday (10th). According to preliminary information, he was referred to a health unit in São Luís, after falling ill, when he was traveling to the show of Boi da Lua, a group that he was also part of. Before that, Teteco fainted and even bumped the car on the way to the health unit, while he himself drove his car. The cause of death was reportedly a heart attack. According to information from friends, the musician had been undergoing a series of medical examinations, precisely because he felt severe pain in the heart, shortness of breath and constant fainting.
No age reported.
UNITED STATES
Scott Reed, 54
April 7, 2023
Knoxville, TN - Scott Reed, 54, of Knoxville, TN, passed away on Tuesday, April 4th, 2023, unexpectedly to cancer. Scott had a passion for music and drumming. He played in multiple bands throughout his life, and through his music, he touched many of people's lives. Not only was he a companion, son, brother, father, and Poppy, he was a loyal friend, mentor, and one hell of a drummer.
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GERMANY
Drummer of Artefuckt passed away
March 30, 2023
The German rockers Artefuckt have confirmed on Facebook that their drummer Ulrich Clinchy has passed away. The band wrote: "We would like to be open to you and put an end to the speculation here! Uli left us suddenly and unexpectedly today. We would like to implore you to refrain from any inquiries about the events for the time being! We will get back to you in due course!“
No age or cause of death reported.
UNITED STATES
DC Talk’s Drummer, MercyMe’s Sound Man Unexpectedly Dies
March 25, 2023
Rick “Mayday” May unexpectedly died on Friday (March 24) after a fungal infection he had been battling led to other complications that resulted in liver failure. He was 54. Conner shared that, over the past month, May was battling a fungal infection in his lungs and that it had been a journey of both highs and lows. During points of his hospital stay, May showed improvement, leading doctors to provide hope to May’s family that he would be able to go home. But this week, May developed another infection that put his body in shock and caused him to have liver failure, Conner said.
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ITALY
Luca Bergia of Italian indie rock band Marlene Kuntz found dead at home age 65; publicist Salvatore Morselli;
March 23, 2023
Luca Bergia, founder of Marlene Kuntz, has died. The 54-year-old drummer was found dead in his apartment in Cuneo; a few years ago he had given up music to devote himself to teaching science in middle school. A choice explained to its audience in December 2020 with a long post on social media
No cause of death reported.
CANADA
Reported by us on March 22:
Dave Alcock, 47
January 11, 2023
Today would have been Dave Alcock's 48th birthday. He passed away unexpectedly on January 1 - and his passing has been felt deeply by those of us that knew him and were lucky enough to play and/or record with him during his time at Sundae Sound. Dave's probably best known as a drummer for his tenure with Chixdiggit; he engineered their first LP and joined the band for their next two records, touring extensively with them. Even after his time as their drummer, Dave continued to work closely with the band on their recordings. From when he started at Sundae Sound to the time when he closed up shop and went back to school in 2011 (this time to pursue a Diploma of Broadcasting Systems Tech), Dave worked with an amazing range of artists - his Discogs credits include Ian Tyson, Jann Arden, the Primrods, Mico, National Dust, Corb Lund, James Keelaghan and Oscar Lopez, the Agnostic Mountain Gospel Choir, the Corta Vita... it's hard to pick up a CD that came out of this city in the 2000's that doesn't have his name on it. Donations in Dave's memory can be made directly to www.buddyup.ca with the Centre for Suicide Prevention.
No cause of death reported.
Fredrick John Patterson, 58
March 13, 2023
Fredrick John Patterson, 58, of Wildwood, Alberta passed away on March 6, 2023, with his wife of 31 years, at his side. Fred spent his early days as a drummer in many bands, including This Fear. He later went on to employment with Vincent Henry Systems in Edmonton, then semi-retired and spent summers as the greenskeeper at the Pembina Valley Golf Club in Evansburg. Fred will be missed and remembered by the many lives he touched, and he touched many lives. Memorial donations may be given to the Cross Cancer Institute, Alberta Cancer Foundation. Fred’s family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses and all the staff at the Misericordia Community Hospital for all the time they spent with Fred and the compassionate care they gave during the heartrending final moments of Fred’s too-short life.
No cause of death reported.
Seems people who have jobs that require high cardio output are more vulnerable to just suddenly dying. Drummers, Chefs, Sports, etc. High stress likely contributes as well. All heart related no doubt.
Because ten drummers have always died every two months. Right?