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Former Smiths Bassist Andy Rourke Passes Away at 59.

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Former Smiths Bassist Andy Rourke Passes Away at 59.
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Andy Rourke, former bassist for The Smiths, has died at the age of 59 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Rourke played with the band from 1982 until their split in 1987 and went on to perform with various artists, including Morrissey on his solo projects. Tributes have poured in for Rourke, with fellow musicians praising his talent and unique sound.

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  1. Andy Rourke, former The Smiths bassist, dead at 59  CNN
  2. Andy Rourke, bassist for the Smiths, dies aged 59  The Guardian
  3. Andy Rourke: The Smiths bassist dies aged 59  BBC
  4. The Smiths bassist Andy Rourke dies aged 59 after cancer battle  The Washington Post
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