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Ross Dawson, the Drummer for Late of the Pier, has Died

A statement from his family indicates he passed away in a recent accident.

Ross Dawson, the drummer for Late of the Pier, has died following an accident. The following statement came from his family and record label this afternoon.

"Our beloved Ross was involved in a very sudden and tragic accident on Friday night. Ross was the drummer in Late of the Pier who formed in 2005. As well as writing and playing his own material Ross was a drummer with many other successful artists including Misty Miller, Kai Fish and most recently Zibra. Ross was a monumental force in the lives of everybody who knew him, multi-talented, modest, kind and generous; he loved and was loved by his family. The world has become a sadder place without him. He will be eternally missed by all who knew and loved him."

Late of the Pier rose to prominence back in 2007 with the dance-punk oddity that was "Space in the Woods", before gaining widespread popularity with the weird and wonderful experimentation of their debut album Fantasy Black Channel. The exciting young band from Castle Donington never followed up with a second album, but the band still command a loyal following and a cult status among music fans, especially in the UK. Last year, Noisey writer Lisa Wright wrote this feature calling for their return, describing the band as "space cadets from the future" and "real pop provocateurs".

A statement from Miles Leonard, Chairman of Warner Bros. Records and Parlophone, reads:

"Late of the Pier were one of the most original, innovative and exciting artists I’ve ever worked with. Ahead of their time but with such a youthful outlook in both music and life. Although our time working together was relatively short, I shall remember Ross with great fondness and as a bright, personable and warm character. Sadly we have all lost a talented musician but his music will be with us forever. Our sincere condolences go to his friends and family."