MENTORS Guitarist ERIC CARLSON Dead At 66 Following Year-Long Cancer Battle
January 2, 2025, 2 days ago
Mentors, the American heavy metal band formed in 1976, have announced the passing of founding member and guitarist, Eric Carlson, on December 29 at 66 years of age.
A message from the band posted at their official Facebook page states: "It's with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Eric Carlson. Eric was fondly known as Sickie Wifebeater, a founding member of the musical trio Mentors. He passed this evening 11:43 est, succumbing to a year long battle with cancer. Eric will be missed by those who loved him. His musical legacy will out live us all.
"REST IN POWER SICKIE! Guitar Legend! #ripsickie May 22, 1958 - December 29, 2024"
