Levis Posted May 26, 2009 Report Share Posted May 26, 2009 Should've been posted yesterday, 'tis a big deal. Former Wilco member Jay Bennett dead, aged 45 by Luke Slater May 25th, 2009 Former Wilco member Jay Bennett has died in his sleep aged 45. A statement on Undertow's website simply reads: "We are profoundly saddened to report that our friend died in his sleep last night. Jay was a beautiful human being who will be missed." The multi-instrumentalist joined Wilco in 1994 and worked on the albums Being There, Summerteeth, Yankee Hotel Foxtrot and the Mermaid Avenue collections with Billy Bragg. He left the band in 2001 after various disputes with band leader Jeff Tweedy. Earlier this month Bennett attempted to sue Tweedy, and also announced that he needed a hip-replacement which he could not afford. As well as being a member of Wilco, he was a founder of Titanic Love Affair, who recorded and released three albums from 1991-1996 and also released five solo albums, the latest of which - Whatever Happened I Apologize - was released as a free download in November last year. According to the Chicago Sun-Times Wilco could not be reached for comment, but friend Edward Burch reported that Wilco's John Sirratt was "broken up" by the news. The cause of death is still unknown, but an autopsy is due to be carried out. UPDATE: Jeff Tweedy said: "We are all deeply saddened by this tragedy. We will miss Jay as we remember him - as a truly unique and gifted human being and one who made welcome and significant contributions to the band's songs and evolution. Our thoughts go out to his family and friends in this very difficult time." Rest in peace, Jay. http://www.drownedinsound.com/news/4136920 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Seeker Posted May 26, 2009 Report Share Posted May 26, 2009 So young Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farin Posted May 26, 2009 Report Share Posted May 26, 2009 that's sad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levis Posted May 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 26, 2009 I know shamefully little Wilco, but trust me when I say - listen: Jesus, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky Posted May 26, 2009 Report Share Posted May 26, 2009 Oh, I know that song! That's very sad, it sounds as though his last days maybe were not his happiest. RIP Mr Bennett. Not that it matters, but does anyone know which gentleman in the video is Mr Bennett? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viaene Posted May 26, 2009 Report Share Posted May 26, 2009 I like that song. How sad to think that in the video, you're looking at a person that just passed away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheLizard Posted May 26, 2009 Report Share Posted May 26, 2009 Died in his sleep at age 45? Something's up. Another talent cut down way too early. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Levis Posted June 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 24, 2009 Autopsy reveals cause of death OD of painkillers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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