Bill Crook, the former bassist of metal band Spiritbox, has passed away. The sad news was posted by Kai Turmann, who had played with Crook in the mathcore group A Textbook Tragedy.
Crook was a member of Spiritbox from 2018 to 2022 and witnessed the Canadian band's rapid rise through the metal ranks. While guitarist Michael Stringer played bass on the band's 2021 debut album, Eternal blueCrook contributed backing vocals to several of the tracks.
The bassist was also part of Spiritbox's touring lineup until he parted ways with the band in May 2022, and was subsequently replaced by former As I Lay Dying member Josh Gilbert.
Turmann announced Bill Crook's passing in an Instagram post, which reads as follows:
“I am deeply saddened to share with you that our dear friend Bill Crook has passed away. He was a friend to many people and a great friend of mine since we were children. Bill was and is much loved by many people and I am so sorry to have to share this devastating information with you.”
Spiritbox's record label Pale Chord Music confirmed Crook's passing, writing via X/Twitter: “Please give the band and members time and space to process their loss. Rest in peace Bill.”
In addition to his work with Spiritbox, Crook has recorded with A Textbook Tragedy and pop-punk band Living with Lions. He has recently been working on new music with Aaron Gillespie of Underoath.
Our deepest condolences to Bill Crook's family, friends and bandmates during this difficult time.
Please give the band and members time and space to process their loss. Rest in peace, Bill.
— PALE CHORD (@palechord) July 24, 2024
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