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Bill Rieflin, drummer for R.E.M., King Crimson, and Ministry, has died aged 59

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The acclaimed Seattle drummer had been battling cancer. Former R.E.M., Ministry, and King Crimson drummer Bill Rieflin has died of cancer at the age of 59.

The musician’s death was confirmed by King Crimson founder Robert Fripp, who paid tribute on his official social media pages. “A call from Tracy Rieflin in Seattle.

Bill Rieflin flew from this world c. 18.50 Pacific, 18.50 UK,” he wrote. “Tracy told Toyah [Wilcox, Fripp’s wife] and me that the day was grey, and as Bill flew away the clouds opened, and the skies were blue for about fifteen minutes.

Fly well, Brother Bill! My life is immeasurably richer for knowing you. Pal Susan Silver has just sent us this pic from our visit last November.” RF: A call from Tracy Rieflin in Seattle.

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