TV on the Radio

TV on the Radio's Gerard Smith Dies at 34

• Apr 20, 2011 08:09 PM ET
• by Kate Stanhope

Gerard Smith, a bassist for the indie rock band TV on the Radio, died Wednesday after a battle with lung cancer, according to the group's official website. He was 34.

"We are very sad to announce the death of our beloved friend and bandmate, Gerard Smith, following a courageous fight against lung cancer," the band said in a statement. "Gerard passed away the morning of April 20th, 2011. We will... read more