Static-X frontman passes away

Wayne Static, frontman for Los Angeles metal veterans Static-X, has passed away according to an official Facebook statement.

Static, real name Wayne Richard Wells, was 48.

A statement reads:

Static-X Founder Wayne Static

Passed Away At Age 48

November 1, 2014 - Platinum selling musician Wayne Richard Wells, better known as WAYNE STATIC, passed away at the age of 48.

WAYNE STATIC was the enigmatic former frontman and namesake of Static-X, who later forged a successful solo career. Wayne was scheduled to co-headline tours with Powerman 5000 and Drowning Pool over the next several months.

No additional information is available at this time.