GWAR - Recent Audio Interview With Dave Brockie Posted
April 6, 2014, 10 years ago
An interview with GWAR's Dave Brockie (aka Oderus Urungus), conducted by the Hardcore News podcast approximately six weeks before his death on March 23rd, has been posted online. Check it out below:
Brockie died on March 23rd in his home at the age of 50. The official cause of death has yet to be determined, although it is being investigated as drug-related.
Jack Flanagan, manager of GWAR has issued an official statement regarding Brockie's passing:
"It is with a saddened heart, that I confirm my dear friend Dave Brockie, artist, musician, and lead singer of GWAR passed away at approximately 6:50 PM, EST - Sunday March 23, 2014. His body was found Sunday by his band mate at his home in Richmond, VA. Richmond authorities have confirmed his death and next of kin has been notified. A full autopsy will be performed. He was 50 years old, born August 30, 1963.My main focus right now is to look after my band mates and his family. More information regarding his death shall be released as the details are confirmed."
CBS affiliate WTVR out of GWAR's home base of Richmond, VA recently posted a video report on Brockie's passing featuring members of the extended GWAR family discussing his unique personality and talents:
features members of the extended GWAR family discussing Brockie's unique personality and talents:
