Former bassist for The Smiths Andy Rourke has died aged 59 after battle with pancreatic cancer
Former bandmate and guitarist for the indie band, Johnny Marr, confirmed the news on social media this morning.
The post read: "It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Andy Rourke after a lengthy illness with pancreatic cancer. "Andy will be remembered as a kind and beautiful soul by those who knew him and as a supremely gifted musician by music fans.Andy joined The Smiths in 1982 after the band placed their original bassist Dave Hibbert.
He helped make some of the band’s most famous hits, including This Charming Man and There Is A Light That Never Goes Out.In 2018 the band planned a reunion of series of classical concerts, however the event was cancelled after Mr Rourke said he would not be taking part as he had not given permission.
His representative told Rolling Stone: "In no point in time did Andy Rourke agree to participate or otherwise license or authorise the use of his name, likeness or any personal quotes in any manner in connection with this Classically Smiths project."
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