REM and King Crimson drummer Bill Rieflin dies aged 59

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Drummer Bill Rieflin, who played with a host of bands including REM, Nine Inch Nails and King Crimson, has died aged 59

Rieflin died after a"long battle" with cancer, King Crimson, the band he joined in 2014, posted in a statement.

REM shared a tribute on their social media accounts describing the"legendary" drummer as the"solid backbone" of the band for many years. Robert Fripp, from King Crimson, said his life was"immeasurably richer" for having known Rieflin. His wife, Toyah Wilcox, who performed with the drummer in The Humans, posted her own tribute, saying he would be"forever in our hearts".Our dear wonderful Bill Rieflin flew from this world today. Much loved HUMAN and member of King Crimson. Family by his side. Forever in our hearts.

 

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