By Eili Cordova
Nov 29, 2024, 11:38 PM EST
The world of alternative music is in mourning after the news of the death of Bob Bryar, former drummer of My Chemical Romance (MCR). According to TMZ, Bryar, 44, was found dead at his home in Tennessee last Tuesday. Police sources informed the outlet that Bryar had last been seen alive on November 4.
Although The body was found in an advanced state of decomposition.the authorities rule out the possibility of a crime, since no damage to property or missing belongings, such as weapons and musical equipment, were reported.
animal control services They also intervened at the scene, rescuing two dogs that remained in the house. The medical examiner’s office continues to investigate the cause of his death. All this, according to what was quoted in TMZ.
A long-time drummer
Bob Bryar He joined My Chemical Romance in 2004, during the band’s joint tour with ‘The Used’, and replaced original drummer Matt Pelissier shortly after the release of the ‘Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge’ album.
His impact on the group was significantparticipating in the recording of ‘The Black Parade’ (2006)one of the most iconic albums of the group and the emo-rock genre, and in composing songs for the album ‘Danger Days: The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys’ (2010), although he left the band before this was released. launched.
After leaving MCR, Bryar gradually moved away from musicdedicating himself to collaborating with other bands and, eventually, changing careers to the real estate sector.
Despite this decline in music, his link with the drums did not completely disappear: in 2020, He participated in a commemorative event in honor of Neil Peart, Rush’s drummer and one of his great influences.
On several occasions, Bryar spoke openly about the challenges he faced after leaving My Chemical Romance, including episodes of suicidal thoughts.
Despite the years of distance and not having participated in the band’s recent reunion and tour, he is still the drummer who has been part of MCR the longest.
At the moment, his former bandmates have not commented on the drummer’s death.
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