CNN —D.H. Peligro, a drummer for punk rock icons the Dead Kennedys and formerly the Red Hot Chili Peppers, died Friday from a head injury, his band announced.
“Police on the scene stated that he died from trauma to the head caused by an accidental fall,” a statement from the Dead Kennedys read.
He was a drummer for punk rock legends the Dead Kennedys until the band’s breakup in 1986, after which he joined the Red Hot Chili Peppers for some time, CNN affiliate KARE reported.
His passion for punk rock and funky music continued with his new band, Peligro, which featured him as a singer and guitarist.
Other fellow bandmates and friends, including Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea, have also taken to social media with tributes to Peligro.