Founding Staind drummer Jon Wysocki has died at the age of 53. The news was confirmed in a social media post from his current band, Nashville rockers Lydia's Castle, who wrote, "Jon Wysocki passed away surrounded by family and friends that loved him dearly. An official statement will be developed shortly."
Staind have also released a statement, saying, "We first met Jon through mutual friends in 1994. We came together with Mike, Aaron, and Johnny April in 1995 and founded Staind. The 17 years that followed were some of the best memories of our times together. From practice in Ludlow, Mass to touring around the world, Jon was integral to who we were as a band. Our hearts go out to Jon’s family, and fans around the world who loved him."
