The Smiths' Bassist Andy Rourke Passes Away at 59.
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Andy Rourke, the bass guitarist of The Smiths, has died at the age of 59 after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Rourke was a key member of the influential British band, which gained a cult following on the independent music scene in the 1980s. His bass playing was a crucial part of The Smiths' sound, alongside the songwriting of Johnny Marr and the vocals of Morrissey.
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