Andy Anderson, percussionist for the Cure from 1983 through 1986, has died after a battle with terminal cancer. He was 68 years old.
His former bandmate Lol Tolhurst confirmed the news on Twitter, writing, "Andy Anderson was a true gentleman and a great musician with a wicked sense of humor which he kept until the end, a testament to his beautiful spirit on the last journey,” wrote Tolhurst. “We are blessed to have known him."
Anderson announced his prognosis on Facebook earlier in the month, writing, "No boo-hooing here, just be positive. For me, it’s just another life experience and hurdle, that one has to make, yet another choice in life. Be cool, I most definitely am and positive about the situation."
Born in London in 1951, Anderson's first official appearance with the Cure came on "Love Cats," from the singles compilation Japanese Whispers. In addition to The Cure, Anderson worked with a great number of prominent musicians, including GRAMMY winners Peter Gabriel and Isaac Hayes and GRAMMY nominee Iggy Pop.
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