TV on the Radio bassist dies; band cancels Metro show

TV on the Radio bassist Gerard Smith died Wednesday of lung cancer, the band announced on its Web site. “We will miss him terribly,” the band said, and announced the cancellation of five shows, including Friday’s scheduled appearance at Metro. Also canceled were shows Wednesday in Detroit, Saturday and Sunday in Minneapolis, and Tuesday in Denver.

Update: Metro announced Wednesday that it will try to reschedule the sold-out show, and instructed fans to either hold on to their tickets in case the show is rescheduled or return to point of purchase for a refund. More information will be released as it becomes available.

Smith had not been touring with the band in recent weeks. He was diagnosed with lung cancer after the band completed its latest album, “Nine Types of Light.” He had officially joined the band for the recording of its fourth album, “Dear Science,” in 2008, contributing guitars, keyboards and backing vocals in addition to bass.

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