The rock world is in mourning after news broke that a founding member of one of the most iconic 90s chart-topping bands has passed away at the age of 48.

Fans around the globe are expressing heartbreak across social media, remembering the band’s explosive rise during the nu-metal era and their unforgettable stage energy that defined a generation.

Sources close to the group confirmed the tragic loss earlier today, but have not yet disclosed the cause of death. Tributes are pouring in from fellow artists, producers, and fans who grew up on the group’s hard-hitting anthems that once dominated MTV and stadium tours worldwide.

With millions of albums sold and countless memories etched into music history, this loss marks the end of a powerful chapter in modern rock.

For many fans, the sound of their youth now echoes with silence — a reminder that even legends don’t last forever.

🕯 Rest easy, legend. Your music will live forever. 🕯