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EVILE Bassist Dies At 32 - Oct. 6, 2009
Just a few days into the band's European tour with AMON AMARTH, bassist Mike Alexander of British thrashers EVILE was suddenly taken ill and rushed to hospital, but tragically passed away in LuleƄ, Sweden [on Monday, October 5]. He was 32 years old.

EVILE members Matt Drake, Ol Drake and Ben Carter have released the following statement:

"This is so hard to find the words to express fully how we feel. We can't believe or accept what's happened. One minute we're talking to our buddy, Mike, the next minute we can never speak to him again.

"There's so many things rushing through our heads that we want to say, do and feel. We half expect him to come round the corner and call us 'dickheads'. We can't get our heads around it.

"It upsets us so much that he was away from his family when this happened, although knowing Mike, we're at least glad he was on tour doing what he loves.

"We're lost for words. We all miss him so much already. He was such a headstrong, genuinely nice guy who loved music and his family. We've got so many brilliant memories with him.

"Our hearts go out to his daughter, family and friends at this tragic, difficult time.

"Mike is much loved and is sorely missed.

"Rest in peace, brother."

BrooklynRocks conducted an interview with Ol Drake and Mike Alexander on August 20, 2009 at the Earache Records offices in New York City. Watch the chat below.

EVILE's sophomore album, "Infected Nations", was released on September 21 in Europe and September 22 in the U.S. via Earache Records.



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COMMENT |
posted by : metal01
10/6/2009 11:06:25 AM

FUCK. that sucks so much fucking ass. RIP. Sucks for his family, and friends.

COMMENT |
posted by : Peg The Minger
10/6/2009 11:12:24 AM

Simply awful news.

I had the fortune to meet the guys a few months ago. Mike was an absolute gent as were the other guys.

Gutted....... :(



COMMENT | R.I.P.
posted by : Mouth_For_War
10/6/2009 11:18:01 AM

Horrible news.

"Enter the Grave" and "Infected Nations" will be in heavy rotation all week.

Hang in there, Evile dudes!

COMMENT | R.I.P.
posted by : MuseumOfFear
10/6/2009 11:19:52 AM

That's awful. Only 32?!?! I wonder what kind of illness it was.

Sincere condolenses.

COMMENT | :(
posted by : sleepwalky
10/6/2009 11:19:58 AM

Really sad :(.. I like evile

COMMENT | WOW.
posted by : BRINE B
10/6/2009 11:21:49 AM

I was listening to their new cd last night while at work on 3rd shift. A good thrash cd always seems to make the night go by quicker. And a good thrash cd it was.

Condolences go out to his family. I hate that shit.

R.I.P.

COMMENT | R.I.P Mike!
posted by : MetalheadzFM
10/6/2009 11:23:25 AM

Such terrible news, i've had the pleasure of interviewing Mike twice, and he was a pure gent! and a true thrasher!

R.I.P Mike!

MetalheadzFM

Pete

COMMENT | sad...
posted by : rds
10/6/2009 11:28:07 AM

r.i.p.

COMMENT | My thoughts are with them
posted by : Blackthorned
10/6/2009 11:30:28 AM

He was a true thrasher indeed. Evile are such a down to earth band - genuinely nice and appreciative guys flying the flag for UK metal. I really feel for them and Mike's family. I'll crank up the albums to remember him.

COMMENT |
posted by : Maiden Wales
10/6/2009 11:34:51 AM

Absolutely Tragic news, My sympathy goes out to members of his family and band.
He leaves a great but far too short legacy of music.
I couldn't beleive it when I read it, so sad

COMMENT |
posted by : The Space Lord
10/6/2009 11:37:31 AM

Condolensces to Mike's family. 32 is too young to leave.

RIP

COMMENT |
posted by : masterblk
10/6/2009 11:38:54 AM

this is so tragic... i feel for the band and his family...



is it just me or is Sweden also bad for bassist...

COMMENT | Holy Shit!
posted by : 5timesbanned
10/6/2009 11:39:28 AM

Sad! Really sad!
i can't believe this, my condolences to mike's family.
This is horrible :(

COMMENT |
posted by : TortureKiller
10/6/2009 11:41:22 AM

WHAT THE FUCK!!!

Why doesn't stuff like this happen to the George Bushs and Ted Nugents in this world? Only the good die young. Just how fucked up is that.

Evile is a light at the end of the tunnel of shitty music and i hope they have the strength to carry on even though no one can fill such a tragic void. Rest in Peace Mike!

COMMENT |
posted by : thenumberofthebeef
10/6/2009 11:43:00 AM

This is absolutely heartbreaking. This band has really climbed the ranks amongst my favorites as of late. I hope they can recover. I feel awful that he is leaving a little girl and a wife behind. :( RIP Mike.

COMMENT | REST IN METAL!!!
posted by : death-23
10/6/2009 11:43:14 AM

My symphaty goes out to his family and friends.

COMMENT |
posted by : chronosbeard
10/6/2009 11:44:42 AM

How sad. Evile are one of my favorite bands and I think their new album is brilliant.

R.I.P. Man...

I hope the other guys carry on and are motivated to continue creating good music in his memory.

COMMENT | Sad news
posted by : mudfrog
10/6/2009 11:47:29 AM

Wow I was only watching Kerrang last night and saw the Infected Nations video for the first time. It kicked ass.

R.I.P. Mike :(

COMMENT | Horrible
posted by : Sindre
10/6/2009 11:48:54 AM

RIP!

I am speechless

COMMENT | Well...
posted by : Akercocke
10/6/2009 11:49:01 AM

...it's not every day you log on to Blabbermouth only to find out your friend has died...

R.I.P. Dude...

My thoughts with Matt, Ol, Ben, and Mike's family.

:(

COMMENT |
posted by : Chainedown
10/6/2009 11:49:05 AM

Rest in Peace. :(

That is an awful news.

COMMENT | R.I.P.
posted by : TheSkul
10/6/2009 11:53:51 AM

That's just terrible. :(

COMMENT | Sucks
posted by : Headbanger1979
10/6/2009 11:56:53 AM

I was just playing Infected Nations

COMMENT | Wow!!!!!!
posted by : Neil Young's Cocaine Booger
10/6/2009 11:57:41 AM

This truly is heartbreaking. Not only is 32 way to young to die, but to have it be from a band that I love, it is sickening.

My condolences to Mike's bandmates, family, fans and friends. He will live on in our memories and through the music he made!!!!!


Q Q

\\m// \\m//

COMMENT | \m/ RIP MIKE \m/
posted by : smithy
10/6/2009 12:01:30 PM

WHAT THE FUCK!!!!! Iv just stared at my monitor in total shock,my deepest sympathies go out to his bandmates and friends but most importantly to his family,god knows what their going through.
Only the good die young,heaven has just recruited a shithot bassist.im a massive evile fan,hope the rest of the guys gather their thoughts and regroup,Mike wouldnt want the band to break up.EVILE on repeat for the rest of the week on my cd player.
\m/ RIP MIKE \m/

COMMENT |
posted by : God Of Reptiles
10/6/2009 12:01:52 PM

This fucking sucks! All the strength to the band, family and friends to carry on despite this tragedy. Rest in peace, Mike.

Kinda ironic that they started as a Metallica tribute band and lose their bassist in Sweden...

Saw them at Tuska Open Air, Helsinki, Finland this summer. Front row. Best gig of the festival for me, he and the band tore the place apart.

COMMENT | RIP.
posted by : Antallica666
10/6/2009 12:08:06 PM

rip mike, truly great guy.

COMMENT | Terrible news
posted by : MegaDestructo
10/6/2009 12:08:17 PM

My heart goes out to the band and his friends and family. Rest in peace, Mike.

COMMENT |
posted by : RiotAct666
10/6/2009 12:10:37 PM

RIP

COMMENT |
posted by : SenorFronz
10/6/2009 12:14:53 PM

RIP Mike, love this band. Always sad to hear news like this.

COMMENT |
posted by : Acacia70
10/6/2009 12:16:47 PM

que pena.

RIP

COMMENT | Jesus....
posted by : Tymell
10/6/2009 12:20:55 PM

This is such a shocker. 32...that's just way too young. He was a great bassist, made some awesome music, and was just a plain old solid guy on the occasions when I met the band.

I can't believe it, just released their second album and bam, this happens...

My heart goes out to his friends and family. He will be missed \m/

COMMENT |
posted by : jaysus
10/6/2009 12:21:32 PM

life is so fragile, one minute you could be arguing on blabbermouth the next you're brown bread. lifes bullshit just aint worth it. all you have can be snatched from ya in the blink of an eye. bless the family. godspeed the mans soul. for the troubles of this world are no longer his.

COMMENT | RIP
posted by : rebelangel_151
10/6/2009 12:29:26 PM

I'm not familiar with this band, but 32 is way too young to go... RIP.

COMMENT | Holy fuck.
posted by : Traumor
10/6/2009 12:31:11 PM

This is terrible. Does anybody know the cause of death?

COMMENT | Wow.
posted by : OfSinsAndShred
10/6/2009 12:32:30 PM

Just terrible news.

COMMENT |
posted by : krasherr
10/6/2009 12:41:03 PM

rust in peace man...

on the positive side evile's popularity is about to rocket up.

COMMENT | bad news...
posted by : rr00
10/6/2009 12:52:53 PM


Well said Jaysus

RIP Mike


COMMENT | Rip.
posted by : tiradeoftruth
10/6/2009 12:53:32 PM

my condolences to Michael`s family and his band mates.

such a tragic piece of news.

rest in peace metal brother....

COMMENT | SO SAD
posted by : XmetalX
10/6/2009 1:06:19 PM

Such TERRIBLE news to read today. Thoughts are with his family & band. :(

COMMENT | RIP
posted by : SixSixSickness
10/6/2009 1:06:57 PM

... so sad to hear this, I don't know what to say.

COMMENT | Damn
posted by : jpfan87
10/6/2009 1:08:49 PM

This is really tragic. Evile is one of the best bands out there and a very important part of them is lost forever.

RIP
My prayers goes to Mike Alexander's family and friends.

COMMENT |
posted by : OneManArmy
10/6/2009 1:28:25 PM

What the F? tragic, only 32 years old. RIP. The new cd kicks major ass, was looking forward to see them on tour this week.

COMMENT |
posted by : TheHarvester
10/6/2009 1:30:22 PM

I am lost for words......R.I.P=(

COMMENT | -
posted by : Odin666
10/6/2009 1:34:27 PM

My condoleances to all his family and friends. I was really horrified when I read this. Just terrible.

COMMENT | ouch
posted by : Macrodex
10/6/2009 1:39:38 PM

I'm kind of curious as to how you can "get sick" and die so quickly. It's not my business, and we're all probably better off not knowing.

Either way, this is a bad turn. Rest in peace, best wishes to your kin.

COMMENT | !!!!!!!
posted by : fiendhead
10/6/2009 1:41:19 PM

R.I.P BROTHER

COMMENT | WHAT?????????
posted by : chuck steak
10/6/2009 1:50:51 PM

R.I.P. brother!

Damn that is some very shocking and terrible news. I just got the new album last week and have been playing it back and forth to work every day.


My thoughts go out to the band,all the families, and friends. Truly a sad day and to see someone go so young.


I can only hope the band can find strength in the great music they made together and can somehow someday forge on because the metal world needs more bands like Evile.



COMMENT | Rock In Peace,
posted by : Spygel
10/6/2009 1:56:20 PM

Man I just saw them last friday (2.10) in Helsinki! He was hanging near by enjoying himself after the gig with fans, smokin' cigarettes and having a drink. Seemed to be a real nice guy, so did the rest of the band. My breath totally stopped for a while when my buddy send me a sms about this. This is kinda reminiscent of when Cliff died in SmƄland, SWE back in '86. I am truly saddened by this and will hail his short but valuable legacy with this great band by listening to their asskicking new album. Nosophoros is a standout track. Thank you for your contribution.
I'm gonna have to light a candle for you MIKE!


Rest In Peace Brother!!

COMMENT |
posted by : nightbringer123
10/6/2009 2:04:36 PM

RIP dude

COMMENT | R I P
posted by : Mordha
10/6/2009 2:06:27 PM

Our heartfelt condolences go out to Mike's family, Evile and his wide circle of friends on his sudden passing from this world, This has been a tremendous shock on us all and you have our deepest sympathy.

All I can really say at this time is that I hope your memories of Mike will be a comfort to you and may your strength prevail to help you all through this extremely difficult time.

May there be comfort in knowing that someone so special will never be forgotten.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Regina and all at the Onslaught camp.




COMMENT | RIP
posted by : snowy white
10/6/2009 2:09:59 PM

Radioactive Metal expresses their condolences to The Alexander Family.

Horns Up Forever!!!

COMMENT |
posted by : chabbar
10/6/2009 2:32:31 PM

R.I.P.

COMMENT | Sad loss
posted by : Spenny
10/6/2009 2:46:27 PM

Mike always had a smile, and was an absolute gent. His loss will affect many.

COMMENT | god bless him
posted by : megal0maniac
10/6/2009 2:51:50 PM

and rip.
Sudden deaths , could be caused from anything ranging from aneurisms, to chemical imbalances (not drug related - could be allergies or poisoning) or some very rare forms of galloping cancer, that can kill you in a matter of days. I suppose if they feel like saying they might announce it, but its a private matter, and satisfying the bystanders curiosity, is not something that should be taken as granted, or even be suggested.
Let time heal the wounds, of those who loved him.

Doesn't matter anyway, the best to his family and bandmates. May he be remembered for doing well what he did best, making music.

COMMENT | Man
posted by : Cereal Killer
10/6/2009 3:01:09 PM

This fucking sucks. R.I.P.

COMMENT | My condolences.
posted by : ~CAIN~
10/6/2009 3:01:53 PM

This is sad news.

COMMENT |
posted by : arnez
10/6/2009 3:01:58 PM

So sad, he was a good basist and awsome guy. I was going to watch Evile live in a week. Sweden + Thrash basists = death ;(

COMMENT | Horrible news
posted by : thor999
10/6/2009 3:04:37 PM

My thoughts go out to his family, truly a huge loss for the metal community. Why are we dropping off left and right these days?

COMMENT | God doesn't like Metal
posted by : ianuck1977
10/6/2009 3:05:45 PM

I'm saying it again... Fuck dude!! This shit doesn't happen that often with Shit Music people...

I confess I don't know Evile that well, but all respect to them and my thoughts to them and Mike's family... R.I.P.

COMMENT | A sad day for Metal
posted by : impervious
10/6/2009 3:07:16 PM

I will miss you at Bloodstock festivals - you were a part of that for me.

RIP brother.

COMMENT | RIP
posted by : James Hetfield
10/6/2009 3:24:15 PM

This is so sad and unexpected, I can't believe it... RIP Mike, you will be missed

COMMENT | rip
posted by : randomyzer
10/6/2009 3:24:24 PM

what is it with Sweden and bands produced by Flemming rassmusen?

COMMENT |
posted by : Lumps
10/6/2009 3:27:51 PM

R.I.P

COMMENT | r.i.p. mike alexander!
posted by : paranormalfreaks
10/6/2009 3:29:36 PM

So, who will replace him ?


COMMENT | Wow
posted by : Captain Metal
10/6/2009 3:43:57 PM

That is really fucked up.

The guy was younger then me, so it's really sad to to hear something like that happening.

I am definitely a fan, so this really shocks me.

My condolences to his family, friends and the band

COMMENT |
posted by : kid_natas
10/6/2009 3:56:12 PM

R.I.P.

COMMENT | So so
posted by : bubba
10/6/2009 3:58:44 PM

sorry you guys! Shocking beyond belief! Take care of each other, you'll get through this! Condolences to his family.

COMMENT | condolences
posted by : Morgagne
10/6/2009 4:00:12 PM

R.I.P.

COMMENT | So sad.
posted by : lilalcfh
10/6/2009 4:00:51 PM

R.I.P. my metal brethren, you will be missed.

Infected Nations is one of the best albums of the year. Its terrible that the metal community keeps losing our brightest far before their time.

My heart goes out to his family and friends.

COMMENT | R.I.P.
posted by : Strychnine.213
10/6/2009 4:00:55 PM

Very unexpected.

COMMENT | R.I.P
posted by : sebbe19
10/6/2009 4:09:05 PM

I can't believe this...

Rest in Peace Mike.

COMMENT | sad but true...
posted by : dmarger1
10/6/2009 4:34:12 PM

Rust In Peace Mike.

COMMENT | I AM SHOCKED.....
posted by : southmetal_guy
10/6/2009 4:57:03 PM

I BECAME AN EVILE FAN EARLIER THIS YEAR. I BOUGHT 'ENTER THE GRAVE' AND LOVED IT. I AM WAITING FOR MY COPY OF THEIR NEW CD/DVD OF 'INFECTED NATIONS' TO COME IN. THIS IS A SAD DAY IN METAL. I WILL CRANK 'EVILE' FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK! I AM ALSO 32.

COMMENT |
posted by : Dutchguy
10/6/2009 5:04:47 PM

Fucking hell. Tragic news indeed. My sincere condolences to Mike's family and the Evile guys.

COMMENT | R.I.P.
posted by : analogkid
10/6/2009 5:05:09 PM

This sucks, I still can't believe it.

Rest In Peace brother.

COMMENT |
posted by : PsyclapseChris
10/6/2009 5:05:26 PM

I'm not familiar with Evile, so I'm bringing them up on MySpace now to listen.

However, while that's queuing up, the most important thing is to hope Mike rests/rocks in peace. I make it a point to read the article when any musician dies, and this is just another tragic, tragic event. This is absolutely horrible, losing him so quickly out of nowhere.

My condolences and best wishes to his friends, bandmates, and family -- I'm positive he was just as great a person as everyone has said he was.

In the name of heavy metal, we're all raising the horns for you, Mike.

\m/

COMMENT |
posted by : choko001
10/6/2009 5:17:46 PM

Rest In Peace Mike Allexander.

COMMENT | R.I.P. =( thanks for the music
posted by : DaRaCa
10/6/2009 6:06:30 PM

dunno what to say.. I'm floored.. this fucking sucks.. and I'm just some random fan.. fuck.. i feel terrible for his family and friends.. fuck.. =( remember the good times.. and the bad.. with a smile.. fuck. \m/


COMMENT |
posted by : Bradzilla
10/6/2009 6:22:07 PM

Rest in peace, brother.

COMMENT | Holy Fuck!
posted by : BassGod73
10/6/2009 6:24:37 PM

Well that ruined my day. I Guess Cliff, Felix Pappalardi and Phil Lynott will have some serious competion up there in Bass God Heaven. Mike was a Massive Thrash Bassist, I haven't had a chance to get Infected Nations yet but I know it and Mike's Basslines will crush when I get it on Payday as I was Planning. My thought go to his friends & family, this is terrible to die so young. Also sobering because I'm 4 years older and Drink Beer and smoke weed every day. It had to be some kind of sudden onset of some strange disease that took a HORSE like Mike down so quick. Just look at the guy, he seemed in great health. Matt, Ben & OL, Thrash on brothers, you're in our minds...

COMMENT | Aww, no!
posted by : Arcturus > Your Favourite Band
10/6/2009 7:02:20 PM

32 is waaay to young.

RIP, dude.

COMMENT | im in tears here at the moment....
posted by : gavmet07
10/6/2009 7:06:54 PM

Mike was a great bass player. Evile are a great band holding up the thrash title as far as Im concerned at the moment.

Rest In peace, I hope your up there tearing it up with Cliff and jaco Mike, you will be sorely missed.

We love you man

COMMENT |
posted by : 20-20 Guardian
10/6/2009 7:49:20 PM

This is very sad, tragic news. He seems like a great guy and my sympathies go out to all of his family and friends.

Rest In Peace bro

COMMENT |
posted by : meliahrage_arg
10/6/2009 8:25:46 PM

Rest In Peace

COMMENT | masterblk
posted by : LordofSalem
10/6/2009 8:27:07 PM

I instantly thought of Cliff when I read the article... so it's not just you.

COMMENT | RIP
posted by : LordofSalem
10/6/2009 8:28:12 PM

Rest in peace with the other great rockers who left us too early.

COMMENT |
posted by : fermentis
10/6/2009 8:43:04 PM

wow, really makes you think.
i'm the same age too. you never know, life could be over at any moment.

r.i.p.


COMMENT | terrible news...
posted by : nadir
10/6/2009 9:18:27 PM

RIP brother

COMMENT |
posted by : Biki
10/6/2009 9:27:44 PM

Damn no way that's too damn bad, rest well.

COMMENT | Terrible news
posted by : Sepultallica9
10/6/2009 9:55:06 PM

My condolences to his young family and to Evile and their crew. Far too young to go. RIP.

COMMENT |
posted by : Rotting Elvis Pt. 6
10/6/2009 10:27:51 PM

R.I.P.

I hope the rest of the band takes his wife and child under their wings.

COMMENT | RIP
posted by : stevensrangers
10/7/2009 12:20:33 AM

Best Regards to his family. Really good band too. Finally a band that comes out and admits that Annihilator is GOD instead of ripping them off and denying it like Megadeth.

COMMENT | WTF?
posted by : Pensfan
10/7/2009 1:33:28 AM

I mean what the fuck? people just don't die like that. even more 32 years old people. there has to be something more about this. R.I.P.

COMMENT |
posted by : AlucardsQuest
10/7/2009 1:35:58 AM

Wow he was my age, RIP metal crusader!

COMMENT | No way!
posted by : DemonIced
10/7/2009 3:16:12 AM

I can't believe this shit! How sudden can life be taken away...

2009 will have been a sad sad year...

COMMENT |
posted by : MadTinus
10/7/2009 3:41:09 AM

Wow, this is sad, r.i.p.

COMMENT | RIP
posted by : Diesel6855
10/7/2009 5:35:45 AM

My thoughts are with his bandmates, friends, family and loved ones. Such a sad loss. I was looking forward to seeing Evile live sometime. They're an awesome band.

COMMENT | MAN..
posted by : eatmeahX8
10/7/2009 6:39:18 AM

Great contributor to the metal world. My thoughts and prayers. RIP.

COMMENT |
posted by : Dopethrone
10/7/2009 7:02:39 AM

RIP man.



COMMENT | Tragic
posted by : Rat Bastard
10/7/2009 8:14:41 AM

My condolences...rest in peace.



COMMENT | Rest in Peace...
posted by : Yelper
10/7/2009 5:06:55 PM

I just heard Evile for the first time on friday, went to see them live on saturday 3.10. , talked a great while with Mike, having such a great time! and two days later he's dead....I don't know what to say, I'm heartbroken.

COMMENT |
posted by : Steve Guttenberg
10/9/2009 8:22:50 PM

RIP

COMMENT | R.I.P Mike
posted by : steve harris is god
12/3/2009 5:10:31 PM

R.I.P Mike This loss is a shock to the metal world Me and my wife and my Best friend met him on two occasions and he was one of the nicest guys we knew we will miss you


EVILE FOREVER \m/



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