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Apocalyptica
Apocalyptica


Background information
Origin Helsinki, Finland
Genre(s) Symphonic metal
Progressive Metal
Years active 1993—present
Label(s) Universal
Mercury Records
Sony Music
Jive Records
Associated acts Three Days Grace
Slipknot
Stone Sour
Metallica
Rammstein
Hevein
Lahti Symphony Orchestra
Amon Amarth
Sonata Arctica
Şebnem Ferah
Website Website
Members
Eicca Toppinen
Paavo Lötjönen
Perttu Kivilaakso
Mikko Sirén
Former members
Max Lilja
Antero Manninen



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TV On The Radio's Bassist Gerard Smith Diagnosed With Lung Cancer

March 15, 2011
TV On The Radio's Bassist Gerard Smith Diagnosed With Lung CancerTV On The Radio's bassist Gerard Smith has been diagnosed with lung cancer, it has been confirmed.

The band, who are due to release their new album 'Nine Types Of Light' on April 12, confirmed the news about Smith in a statement on their website.

"Upon the completion of Nine Types of Light, Gerard was diagnosed with lung cancer. As a result, he has been undergoing treatment and will be unable to participate in the upcoming tour. Gerard is fortunate enough to have health insurance and is receiving excellent medical care."

"Already we have seen dramatic results. Combine that with Gerard's legendarily willful disposition and it might just be cancer that has the problem. We appreciate your concern and support for Gerard and his family."

Smith will not be joining TV On The Radio on their upcoming tour whilst he undergoes treatment.

(by Holly Frith)



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