Limp Bizkit's legendary bassist dies: what is known about Sam Rivers

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Sam Rivers, Limp Bizkit's bassist, died on Saturday, October 18, at the age of 49. The band posted a death announcement on Instagram, without disclosing the cause.

Limp Bizkit's legendary bassist dies: what is known about Sam Rivers

Sam Rivers, bassist of the American band Limp Bizkit, died at the age of 49 on Saturday, October 18. This was reported by People magazine with reference to the rock band on social networks, UNN reports.

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On Saturday, October 18, nu-metal band Limp Bizkit posted a message on Instagram about the death of Sam Rivers.

"Today we lost our brother. Our bandmate. Our beating heart," the band captioned a photo of Rivers.

We love you, Sam. We will always carry you with us. Rest in peace, brother. Your music will never end

– the post says.

The cause of death has not yet been disclosed.

Earlier, the musician had serious health problems, even underwent a liver transplant, but still returned to music.

The group expressed deep condolences to the musician's family and friends and promised to pay proper tribute to him in future events.

For reference

It is known that Rivers was one of the founders of Limp Bizkit and made a significant contribution to the band's musical style and sound.

He played a key role in shaping the characteristic combination of nu-metal and rap-rock, thanks to which Limp Bizkit gained worldwide popularity in the late 1990s and early 2000s.

Limp Bizkit, known for songs like "Behind Blue Eyes" and "Take a Look Around," became one of the most influential bands of the late 1990s and 2000s.

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