Punk drummer Chris Lagerborg: 1969-2002

us that Nitro Records is reporting the following: Chris 'Lumpy' Lagerborg, a drummer who was heavily involved with the Californian music scene, has passed away. Lagerborg drummed for many bands in his career, including F-Minus, Gherkin Ruckus, Cadillac Tramps, T.S.O.L., The Joykiller and Down By Law and more. He also worked as a drum tech for bands such as The Vandals, The Offspring, Frank Black, No Doubt and most recently Slayer. Chris is said to have died in his sleep after returning from Slayer's recent tour.

Jim Cherry of Strung Out/Pulley/Zero Down

us with this from Fat Wreck Chords : " We lost a good friend this weekend. Jim Cherry from Zero Down (ex Pulley, Strung Out) died Saturday night. We don't know any more details right now, but we will post more about this when we get further information. All we know is that he was a loved member of the Fat family and we miss him very much. Mike, Erin, and all at Fat"Fat Wreck has since removed the line " from a drug overdose" untill more information is available. We'll keep you updated. Everyone here at Punknews.Org would like to wish our condolences to Jim's friends and family

The Who's John Entwistle: 1944-2002

John Entwistle, bass player for The Who, died in Las Vegas today, Thursday the 27th, at age 57. This happens just one day before the band was set to begin their North American tour in the city. Entwistle died at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, an investigation was under way into the cause of death. Entwistle was born in the London suburb of Chiswick on October 9, 1944. The Who are down to just two original members, vocalist Roger Daltrey and guitarist Pete Townshend. Original drummer Keith Moon died of an accidental pill overdose in 1978. Entwistle's influence can be heard all over punk rock today. Matt Freeman of Rancid, for example, taught himself bass while playing along with The Who's "Live At Leeds." The bands' sound was also a major influence on the current garage-punk revival. Everyone here at Punknews.Org wishes our condolences. Everyone spin your favorite Who record tonight…

Turning Point lead singer Frank ''Skip'' Candelori

This has been submitted a bunch in the past few days, but JadeTree.com finally confirmed it:
"On Wednesday, June 19, 2002, Frank "Skip" Candelori, former lead singer of Turning Point, was found dead in his New Jersey home from an apparent drug overdose. A memorial service was held in his hometown on Friday, June 21, 2002, to honor his memory. As the family wishes the details of Skip's death to remain private, this is all of the information that Jade Tree can offer.

A talented musician, Skip's involvement in music began in his early teenage years and continued up until his accidental death. Skip played a huge role in the development of the emerging east coast straight edge hardcore scene of the late eighties and early nineties as a member of Turning Point. Turning Point later grew to defy simple categorization as they branched out from New York influenced hardcore to more complicated and emotional music based on Skip's personal lyrics, which in turn inspired a new generation of reflective hardcore. Skip played a huge part in both Tim and Darren's lives and our condolences, as well as those of all at Jade Tree, go out to his friends and family."
All of us at Punknews.org also send out our condolences.

Jordan Wodehouse and Dan Langois of Compromise

us with the following : "It's a sad day in the Edmonton punk scene. Words can't describe the loss we are feeling: At around 3 in the morning On Thursday, The Edmonton Hardcore band Compromise were traveling through Birmingham Alabama, when their van was struck from behind by another motorist. This sent their van veering off the road into a tree. All five members of the band were thrown from the van. Guitarist Jordan Wodehouse was killed on impact. The other Guitarist, Dan Langois, was rushed to Hospital, where he later died from his injuries. Drummer Ryan Kittlitz Broke both arms and legs, while Bassist Braden Sustrik is in stable condition with broken ribs, fractured vertebrae and a punctured lung. Singer Jesse Zaraska escaped with Cuts and bruises. Compromise was touring the United States on their way to the final destination of Toronto. Benefit shows are currently being discussed to help with funeral costs and medical bills."Our sympathy and condolences go out to the families. You can find a news article from the Edmonton Sun here.

Dee Dee Ramone (1952-2002)

Dee Dee Ramone founding member of the Ramones, passed away Wednesday, June 5th in his Hollywood home. The bassist was 49 years old. Dee Dee was found unresponsive by his wife at approximately 8:40 p.m. PT; LA paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene. The cause of death has yet to be determined or released by the coroner, however the speculation is of an accidental drug overdose. An autopsy is scheduled for Thursday. Dee Dee was born Douglas Glenn Colvin Sept. 18th, 1952 in Ft. Lee, Virginia. He grew up in Berlin, Germany due to his father's Army career. When he became a teenager his family had relocated to Queens, New York. The Ramones formed in 1974. Everyone here at Punknews.Org would like to wish our sympathy to Dee Dee's friends and family.

Layne Stanley of Alice in Chains: 1968-2002

This isn't exactly "punk" news, but a ton of you sent this in, so you must care: Layne Stanley, singer of Seattle grunge band Alice In Chains, was found dead in his apartment on Friday. The cause of death has not yet been determined, although most fingers point to a drug overdose. Read Billboard.com's report below, if you'd like.

Seattle punk Nicholas Helhowski: 1982-2002

This is taken from www.KING5.com, a Seattle TV news site: "Police still searching for suspects in fatal bus stop attack - SEATTLE - Nicholas Helhowski was not your typical product of the streets. The 20-year-old was a bad boy with a Mohawk, a troublemaker. Helhowski died last Sunday from injuries he sustained on April 11."
Nicholas was "a huge supporter of punk rock and developing peace in the Seattle scene also a strong advocate against the Seattle Teen Dance Ordinance. Today over 200 people went to a memorial and mourned peacefully. There will be a memorial fund and shows put on to rember his death and help pay for funeral costs." You can read the full article below.

Avoid One Thing drummer Dave Karcich: 1974-2002

From Avoid One Thing's website: On April 2nd our good friend and drummer Dave Karcich suffered from a brain aneurysm and quietly passed away today. There are no words to describe the state of sorrow and complete shock we have been in since receiving the news. Today is an extremely sad day as are the many days to follow. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Dave's family and friends who he loved and who loved him very much. For the short time we had together he always remained a source of positive energy and will forever be missed.
God Bless you, Dave.Dave Karcich drummed for both Spring Heeled Jack and Pilfers. His last recording was with Joe Gittleman's band Avoid One Thing (which we recently reviewed). Our thoughts and condolences go out to Dave's family and friends.

Steve Neale of Barrit/Ink Cartridge Funeral: 1979-2002

I got this off the Bane website: "In light of recent events at home we have cancelled the rest of our tour. Our dearest friend, band mate, and father of two, Steve Neale, age 23, was killed in a car accident early on March 17th. We would like to ask everyone to keep him and his family in their thoughts. Please hug the ones that you love and be sure to be safe."
Who was Steve Neale? This post was just sent in: "steve neale, the vocalist for legendary boston metal band barrit, and drummer of bane side project the ink cartridge funeral, was killed in a car accident in worcester, massachusetts earlier this week. steve was one of 5 people in the car, which went out of control and slammed into a brick wall. nobody else was seriously injured, but steve was pronounced dead on the scene. the driver was arrested on the spot, and was under the influence of alcohol. steve will be missed by alot of barrit and icf fans out there. condolences to his friends and family."