Alt-rock band Sixpence None the Richer's lead singer Leigh Nash posted on Instagram that the band's longtime bassist Justin Cary passed away on June 18 at the age of 50.
"Our brother of 30 years (and bassist), Justin had a stroke Thursday night," Leigh wrote. "His wonderful wife Linda has kept us updated everyday and night too. She is lovely, delicate and unfathomably heartbroken. We love our brother so so much. Words don't cover it. I know so many out there love him too. Saw his brilliance, second to NONE professionalism, class, humor (oh my lord the humor) wit, tough as an old boot as they say. Many more adjectives to describe him. Please pray for Justin and Linda."
"Justin passed peacefully this morning and Linda was next to him," read a statement posted to the GoFundMe set up to support the bassist and his wife, Linda. "Please continue to pray and give strength during this very difficult time."
Sixpence None the Richer, from New Braunfels, Texas, reeled out hits such as "Kiss Me" and "There She Goes" in late 1990s. The band earned two Grammy nominations, first in 1999 for rock or rap gospel album and then in 2000 for best performance by a duo or group with vocals.
Cary, who joined Sixpence None the Richer in 1997, also featured in bands like Counting Crows and Blue Country.
"As a member of Sixpence None the Richer, I have been fortunate to ride a wave of experience that taught me a lot about the music industry," Cary once wrote of his experience with the band on his website. "Sometimes easily, and sometimes the hard way! Along the way, a Grammy Nomination and hit singles kick-started my career as a bassist. I'm proud of the work I've done with Sixpence and continue to work with the band on new recordings and occasional performances."
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