Nick Weaver, co-founder and guitarist of Sydney psychedelic indie band Deep Sea Arcade has died aged 37.
As reported by Double J, a statement provided by Weaver’s family confirmed that he died from bowel cancer.
Weaver’s family went on to reveal that he was “in the midst of many projects” despite his diagnosis, including a new album with his current band The Tambourine Girls.
“He was in the midst of many projects including recording a new album with The Tambourine Girls, a disco record with Salmon Brothers, as well as a solo record, which his bandmates have pledged to finish and release soon,” their statement read.
“His creativity was only just blossoming, and he will be greatly missed.”
Weaver’s Deep Sea Arcade bandmate Nic McKenzie also shared a tribute via Instagram, writing: “endless love to my long time friend and collaborator.”
McKenzie’s post also included childhood photos of the pair, as well more recent images.
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Weaver and McKenzie founded Deep Sea Arcade together and released their first album, Outlands, in 2012 to critical acclaim.
The success of the band saw them perform at major Australian, UK and European festivals and tour alongside the likes of Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Kaiser Chiefs and Modest Mouse.
They released their second album Blacklight in 2018.
Weaver was also a member of the Tambourine Girls, an indie-pop band that included ex-Deep Sea Arcade guitarist Simon Relf. Their most recent album was 2018’s Waiting For Pleasure.
Our thoughts are with Weaver’s family and friends at this very sad time.
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Check out Nic McKenzie’s tribute to Deep Sea Arcade bandmate Nick Weaver.
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