L7 BASSIST, vocalist and songwriter Jennifer Finch has died aged 59, it has been announced.
Finch passed away after battling an aggressive form of brain cancer, according to a statement.
L7 Bass player Jennifer Finch on stage in November 1992 Credit: Getty
(L-R) Jennifer Finch, Suzi Gardner, Demetra Plakas, and Donita Sparks of music group L7 Credit: Getty
Her former group has paid a moving tribute to their late bandmate.
They wrote in a statement: “We are shattered by the loss of our beloved bandmate, sister and friend Jennifer Finch, whose fierce spirit, humor and boundless creativity helped shape L7 and changed all of our lives forever.
“Jennifer was a true original who lived entirely on her own terms, and the impact she made on music, art and everyone lucky enough to know her cannot be measured.
“We love her beyond words and will carry her with us always. Rest in power our dear friend.”
L7 recently shared the news that Finch had been diagnosed with cancer and would be missing their upcoming final tour.
She had suffered serious complications and required extensive treatment and in-home support, the band said.
Finch helped power L7 through the 90s alternative-rock boom.
She played base alongside guitarists Donita Sparks, Suzi Gardner and Dee Plakas and helped define L7’s place at the intersection of punk, metal and grunge.
Formed in Los Angeles in 1985, L7 became known for break-out tracks including “Pretend We’re Dead,” “Shove,” “Andres” and “Fuel My Fire.”
But Finch’s creative work spanned far beyond the stage.
She was also a photographer, writer and visual artist.
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