Ex-Weezer bassist Mikey Welsh dies at age 40
The music industry has suffered another tragic loss. Former Weezer bassist Mikey Welsh has died
The music industry has suffered another tragic loss. Former Weezer bassist Mikey Welsh has died at the age of 40. According to a posting by his family on his Twitter account, Welsh passed away “unexpectedly” on October 8.
We are deeply saddened to announce that Mikey Welsh passed away unexpectedly. He will forever be remembered as an amazing father, artist, and friend. May he rest in peace.
Weezer, as well, paid their respect to their former colleague via Twitter:
“We are shocked and deeply saddened to hear the awful news, our friend and fellow Weezer rocker @mikeywelsh71 has passed away. We love you Mikey.”
Welsh was found unresponsive on his hotel room floor at 2:50 p.m. on Saturday. The cause of Welsh’s death is yet to be determined. He joined Weezer in 2000 after original bassist Matt Sharp left the band in 1998. Welsh remained a band member until August 2001 and appeared on hits from their self-titled album that year, also known as The Green Album, including “Island In the Sun” and “Hash Pipe.” Condolences go out to his family and friends.
Source: NME
