Former Mars Volta keyboardist passes away

Former Mars Volta and current Jack White band keyboardist Isaiah “Ikey” Owens has passed away according to a statement released by Thirdman Records.

A publicist states Owens passed away in Mexico while on tour with Jack White.

An official statement reads:

“It is with great sadness that we tell the world of the passing of the incredible musician Isaiah "Ikey" Owens. He will be missed and loved forever by his family, friends, bandmates and fans.

Ikey Owens was an astounding keyboard player in Jack White's backing band. He also played with Mars Volta, Free Moral Agents, and many other projects.

Out of respect for Ikey, the remaining shows of the Jack White Tour in Mexico have been cancelled.

We will all miss you Ikey. You were and are an incredible artist.”

Owens was 38.