Gwar - Guitarist Found Dead
Corey Smoot, aka Flattus Maximus, guitarist of US alternative metallers Gwar was found dead this morning, November 3rd, as the band were about to cross the border for their upcoming Return Of The Maggot Tour.
Frontman Dave Brockie (a.k.a. Oderus Urungus) has released the following statement to MetalSucks: "It is with a sense of profound loss and tragedy that the members of Gwar must announce the passing of their longtime guitarist and beloved friend Cory Smoot, also known to thousands of metal fans worldwide as Flattus Maximus.
Cory was found deceased this morning as the band prepared for a border crossing. There is no word as to the cause of death and the members of Gwar are completely shocked and devastated that this has occurred. At this point there is no word on arrangements and the disposition of the remainder of Gwar's current North American tour, nor are there any details regarding long-term plans.
At this point we are just dealing with the loss of our dear friend and brother, one of the most talented guitar players in metal today. We ask that our fans and the media be respectful of our request for privacy for those that have suffered this terrible loss. A full statement will be coming in the next day or so, in the meantime please give your thoughts and your prayers to Cory, his family, and all the people that love him."
Frontman Dave Brockie (a.k.a. Oderus Urungus) has released the following statement to MetalSucks: "It is with a sense of profound loss and tragedy that the members of Gwar must announce the passing of their longtime guitarist and beloved friend Cory Smoot, also known to thousands of metal fans worldwide as Flattus Maximus.
Cory was found deceased this morning as the band prepared for a border crossing. There is no word as to the cause of death and the members of Gwar are completely shocked and devastated that this has occurred. At this point there is no word on arrangements and the disposition of the remainder of Gwar's current North American tour, nor are there any details regarding long-term plans.
At this point we are just dealing with the loss of our dear friend and brother, one of the most talented guitar players in metal today. We ask that our fans and the media be respectful of our request for privacy for those that have suffered this terrible loss. A full statement will be coming in the next day or so, in the meantime please give your thoughts and your prayers to Cory, his family, and all the people that love him."
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Posted: 03.11.2011 by Unknown user
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| qlacs "The Quaker" Posts: 1547  |
Sad indeed, and I think the cause is unrevealed on purpose. RIP Corey, all respect.
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| BitterCOld The Ancient One Admin Posts: 15287  |
Wow, sad news. RIP.
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| psykometal A staff guy... Elite Posts: 6101  |
Well I'm not familiar enough with these dudes to be surprised or not, I never did get into them or really care much for their style but I still respected their contributions and influences on so many people and bands and it's always sad news when a member of the metal community passes. RIP.
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| Valentin B Iconoclast Posts: 10094  |
Fuck! I hope this doesn't mean the end of such an amazing live band  it's a shame
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| Troy Killjoy perfunctionist Staff Posts: 21306  |
Terrible band but (almost) always a shame to see a musician die. Sad to say it's likely substance-related, but something like heart failure can never be ruled out.
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| Dangerboner Lactation Cnslt Posts: 7262  |
Gwar represents metal in the most positive way, while still being one of the bigger bands in the scene. Sure, their recorded material isn't the best, but they have some awesome songs and their live shows are incredible. With all the money that goes towards their stage antics, I can't see them making much of a profit at all, but they've been doing so for decades. I don't get why people say crap like, "I don't like these guys, but RIP", in threads such as these. It just sounds disrespectful.
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| I_Die_Often Posts: 697  |
DANG! I was to go to their show last nite with friends!!!
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| RavenKing Posts: 1941  |
Written by Troy Killjoy on 03.11.2011 at 22:49 Agreed. It is most likely drug-related. By the way, even if it's a heart attack, it could still be drug-related.
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| Milena gloom cookie Staff Posts: 4603  |
Oh God, this kind of news is always unfortunate.
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| GT Coffee!! Staff Posts: 5101  |
Too bad. Wonder what caused it
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| Thrash del Sur Posts: 95  |
Written by RavenKing on 04.11.2011 at 00:17 What kind of comentaries were those?? you're really sick, you sorry ass idiots show respect and don't say morbid speculations....wait 'till the forense inform. 
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| Troy Killjoy perfunctionist Staff Posts: 21306 |
Written by Thrash del Sur on 04.11.2011 at 15:29 These sorry ass idiots probably didn't mean offense but were merely speculating as to how a musician met his end. You can't tell people not to comment...the internet doesn't work that way.
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| Troy Killjoy perfunctionist Staff Posts: 21306 |
PS does anyone know who filled in? My friend worked their show last night in Edmonton and said they found a replacement but she didn't know who it was.
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