There’s a long list of musicians who have passed on at a young age, and sadly it’s only growing. Avenged Sevenfold drummer James Owen Sullivan, known better as “The Rev”, was found dead in his home yesterday from what Huntington Beach police declared as natural causes. The coroner’s office says that the investigation is ongoing. The band, which has been riding a wave of mainstream success since their 2005 release City of Evil, released a statement today on the passing of its drummer.
“It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we tell you of the passing today of Jimmy ‘The Rev’ Sullivan. 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.”
The group formed over a decade ago, and Sullivan was a part of its first incarnation. He was 28 years old.
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