Drummer with the Ninja Tune/Counter Records-signed Death Set, Beau Velasco, died in New York on Sunday, a statement on the band's website has confirmed. Details of the cause of his death have nor yet been announced.
Originally from Australia, Velasco and bandmate Johnny Siera moved to the US in 2005, hoping to find more acceptance of their abrasive mix of hardcore punk and electronics. The group released their debut album last year and had recently begun work on the follow-up.
Writing on the band's website, Siera said: "RIP my dear brother, friend and band mate Beau Velasco. We are all so devastated that I will keep this short. We love you and you will be missed. You affected us all so much in the most positive ways. Our lives would not be as is if not for you. We love you. For all those who wish to pay their respects we will let the details be known soon".