Bad Brains guitarist placed on life support

Bad Brains guitarist Dr. Know (real name Gary Miller) is reportedly on life support in a US hospital.

An initial and current member of the D.C. based punk veterans, Miller's condition became apparent over the weekend, with musical peers and friends posting via social media.

Subsequently, Bad Brains offered the following statement today:

"The Bad Brains family ask that you please keep Gary (Dr. Know) Miller in your thoughts and prayers. The family respectfully ask that their privacy be honored during this time and very much appreciate all the great energy that is being sent their way.

Positive vibes and PMA!"

Sending positive healing vibrations, PMA and love to #DrKnow of #BADBRAINS

— Living Colour (@LivingColour) November 2, 2015