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Limp Bizkit delivered heart-wrenching news to fans as they mourned the loss of one of their core members.<\/p>\n
Bassist Sam Rivers, who had been with the band since its 1994 debut, passed away on Saturday.<\/p>\n
While the family has yet to release an official statement regarding his death, the band honored his memory as they paid tribute to his enduring legacy and the impact he had on their music and lives.<\/p>\n
In a heartfelt message, Limp Bizkit described Rivers as not only their bandmate but their \u201cbrother\u201d and \u201cheartbeat,\u201d highlighting the irreplaceable role he played in shaping the band\u2019s sound and spirit.<\/p>\n
\u201cToday we lost our brother. Our bandmate. Our heartbeat. Sam Rivers wasn\u2019t just our bass player \u2014 he was pure magic. The pulse beneath every song, the calm in the chaos, the soul in the sound. From the first note we ever played together, Sam brought a light and a rhythm that could never be replaced. His talent was effortless, his presence unforgettable, his heart enormous. We shared so many moments \u2014 wild ones, quiet ones, beautiful ones \u2014 and every one of them meant more because Sam was there,\u201d the tribute notes.<\/p>\n
Moreover, the group shared how Rivers was behind the spotlight and revealed how \u201ckind\u201d he was to everyone around him.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe was a once-in-a-lifetime kind of human. A true legend of legends. And his spirit will live forever in every groove, every stage, every memory. We love you, Sam. We\u2019ll carry you with us, always. Rest easy, brother. Your music never ends,\u201d the statement, signed by members Fred, Wes, John and DJ Lethal, reads.<\/p>\n
Following the post, Limp Bizkit\u2019s turntablist DJ Lethal shared his personal message, expressing how they were \u201cin shock\u201d over Rivers\u2019 death.<\/p>\n
He also urged fans to respect the family\u2019s privacy during this difficult time.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe love you Sam Rivers. Please respect the family\u2019s privacy at this moment. \ud83d\udd4a\ufe0f give Sam his flowers and play Sam Rivers basslines all day ! We are in shock. Rest in power, my brother ! You will live on through your music and the lives you helped save with your music, charity work and friendships. We are heartbroken. Enjoy every millisecond of life. It\u2019s not guaranteed,\u201d he wrote.<\/p>\n
In 2015, the bassist temporarily departed from the band due to his illness. He had been diagnosed with degenerative disc disease.<\/p>\n