Limp Bizkit Bassist Sam Rivers Dies Aged 48

Sam Rivers, the founding bassist and a key member of the nu-metal band Limp Bizkit, has died at the age of 48. The band announced his passing on social media, describing him as their "heartbeat," "pure magic," and "the soul in the sound," highlighting his crucial role in shaping their music over three decades. Rivers briefly left the band in 2015 due to severe liver disease linked to alcohol abuse but returned in 2018 after a successful liver transplant. While no cause of death has been disclosed, his death has deeply affected fans and bandmates, with DJ Lethal urging respect for the family's privacy. Rivers' influence extended beyond Limp Bizkit, as he also contributed to other artists and local bands, and was known for his versatile musicianship and enduring presence in the band. His spirit and legacy continue to live on through his music and the impact he made on the nu-metal genre.