Andy Anderson, who drummed for The Cure from 1983 through 1984 has died at the age of 68. Lol Tolhurst confirmed the sad news this afternoon on social media.
A week ago Anderson revealed to fans on Facebook that he had terminal cancer. He indicated at the time he was exploring treatment options but stated that the cancer was irreversible.
Anderson played on The Cure's The Top and Concert: The Cure Live along with the Japanese Whispers songs "The Lovecats" and "Speak My Language" He also played drums on Blue Sunshine, the album from the Robert Smith/Steve Severin project The Glove; he then launched a successful career as a session musician playing with Iggy Pop, Glen Matlock, Sham 69, and many others.
R.I.P. to an amazing drummer and gentleman.
It's with a heavy heart, I have to report the passing of a Cure brother.— Lol Tolhurst (@LolTolhurst) February 26, 2019
Andy Anderson was A true gentleman and a great musician with a wicked sense of humor which he kept until the end, a testament to his beautiful spirit on the last journey. We are blessed to have known him.
A week ago Anderson revealed to fans on Facebook that he had terminal cancer. He indicated at the time he was exploring treatment options but stated that the cancer was irreversible.
Anderson played on The Cure's The Top and Concert: The Cure Live along with the Japanese Whispers songs "The Lovecats" and "Speak My Language" He also played drums on Blue Sunshine, the album from the Robert Smith/Steve Severin project The Glove; he then launched a successful career as a session musician playing with Iggy Pop, Glen Matlock, Sham 69, and many others.
R.I.P. to an amazing drummer and gentleman.
