Former Weezer bassist found dead

Sad news guys. Ex-bassist of alternative rock band Weezer Mike Welsh died at age of 40. He suddenly died yesterday (October 8).

His family tweeted on his twitter account Twitter.com/mikeywelsh71:

"We are deeply saddened to announce that Mikey Welsh passed away unexpectedly. He will forever be remembered as an amazing father, artist, and friend. May he rest in peace."

The band also tweeted on their twitter account Twitter.com/Weezer:

"We are shocked and deeply saddened to hear the awful news, our friend and fellow Weezer rocker @mikeywelsh71 has passed away. We love you Mikey."

The cause of his death is yet uncertain.

Welsh joined the band in 2000 and left in August 2001 after he had a mental breakdown. Later, he focused on painting and became full-time artist.