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Joseph M. LaCaze, drummer of EyeHateGod, passes

Posted by Loren on August 29, 2013

Joseph M. LaCaze, drummer of EyeHateGod, passes
Joseph M. LaCaze, drummer of EyeHateGod, passes

The drummer for New Orleans' EyeHateGod, Joseph M. LaCaze, passed away last week on August 23 due to respirator failure. He had long suffered from asthma as well.

In addition to EyeHateGod, LaCaze also performed in several solo experimental electronics bands, Mystick Krewe of Clearlight, and Outlaw Order and recently wrapped up a 5-week European tour with EyeHateGod before his passing. A memorial has been started to benefit his daughter, Lilith.

Joseph M. LaCaze, drummer of EyeHateGod, passes
Joseph M. LaCaze, drummer of EyeHateGod, passes

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