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Patti Smith


Background information
Birth name Patricia Lee Smith
Born December 30, 1946
Born place Chicago, Illinois, United States
Origin New York City, New York, United States
Genre(s) Alternative Rock
Punk Rock
Rock
Years active 1971—present
Label(s) Arista Records
Columbia Records
Associated acts Tom Verlaine
Website Website



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Avenged Sevenfold Drummer Jimmy Sullivan Dies Aged 28

December 29, 2009
Avenged Sevenfold Drummer Jimmy Sullivan Dies Aged 28Avenged Sevenfold drummer Jimmy Sullivan has died at the age of 28.

Sullivan, who was also known as The Rev, passed away at his home in Huntington Beach, southern California on Monday (December 28).

Reuters news agency reports the drummer died of natural causes.

Sullivan’s death was confirmed in a statement on Avenged Sevenfold’s official website.

“It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we tell you of the passing today of Jimmy “The Rev” Sullivan,” the statement said.

“Jimmy was not only one of the world's best drummers, but more importantly he was our best friend and brother.

“Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jimmy's family and we hope that you will respect their privacy during this difficult time.”

Orange County Coroner's Office has launched an investigation into Sullivan’s death.

(by Jason Gregory)



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