GWAR front man Dave Brockie aka. Oderus Urungus has been found dead at age 50. Band manager Jack Flanagan issued the following official statement regarding Brockie‘s passing:
“It is with a saddened heart, that I confirm my dear friend Dave Brockie, artist, musician, and lead singer of GWAR passed away at approximately 6:50 PM EST Sunday March 23,2014. His body was found Sunday by his band mate at his home in Richmond, VA. Richmond authorities have confirmed his death and next of kin has been notified. A full autopsy will be performed. He was 50 years old, born August 30, 1963.
My main focus right now is to look after my band mates and his family. More information regarding his death shall be released as the details are confirmed.”
Gwar‘s Twitter account has been updated with the following message:
“The Gwar family would like to thank everyone for the amazing outpouring of love and support. You are the most amazing fans in the Universe”
