GWAR guitarist Cory Smoot (known to fans throughout the world as Flattus Maximus) was found dead on thursday during the the band's current US tour.
Lead singer Dave Brockie, known as 'Oderus Urungus,' has said:
"It is with a sense of profound loss that GWAR must announce the passing of their long-time guitarist and beloved friend Cory Smoot, also known to thousands of metal fans worldwide as Flattus Maximus,'
'At this point we are just dealing with the loss of our dear friend and brother.
'Please give your thoughts and your prayers to Cory, his family, and all the people that love him."