TDC - Jennifer Finch, 59 (L7 bassist)

[alantig]

Jennifer Finch, the bassist, vocalist and songwriter whose ferocious presence helped power L7 through the ’90s alternative-rock boom, has died. She was 59.

Finch died following an aggressive form of brain cancer, according to a statement announcing her death.

L7 paid tribute to Finch in a statement, writing, “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,” the band continued. “We love her beyond words and will carry her with us always. Rest in power our dear friend.”

The statement was signed, “With Love, L7.”

Finch’s death comes shortly after L7 shared that she had been diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer and would be unable to join the band’s upcoming farewell tour. The band said at the time that she required extensive medical care, rehabilitation and professional in-home support following multiple surgeries and serious complications.

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Finch had announced her diagnosis about a week before her death.  Fuck cancer.

RIP, ma'am.

 

[duncans]

My son in  law died of glioblastoma(aggressive brain cancer)1 1/2 years ago. Same as Brit Turner of Blackberry Smoke and of course Neil Peart.  I don't know if I've fully processed it yet.

RIP Jennifer Finch

Condolence to family, friends and fans

[Steve Haynie]

Someone I worked with died from brain cancer.  A month before his death we had a decent conversation, but he had a rough voice.  

[joshoowah]

Cancer sucks. Fuck that shit.

As a 90s teen, I got to see a lot of amazing acts (look up the lineups for the first 4 Lollapaloozas for the Cliffs notes), and can honestly say L7 wasn't just the best of the Grrrl bands live, they were one of the most fun and energetic live bands of the era, period. It felt like they wanted to be in the pit with us instead of being up there. It was angry, but it was fun. Badass.

RIP