The former bassist for metalcore sensation Spiritbox, Bill Crook, has died. 

As a veteran musician, Crook had contributed to various projects including Living With Lions and A Textbook Tragedy. In addition, Crook had collaborated with Canadian staples like Misery Signals and Winnipeg's own Comeback Kid. 

Crook's tenure with Spiritbox began in 2018 when he became the band's live bassist. He would remain a part of the band through 2022, making his own contributions via backup vocals on the 2021 LP, Eternal Blue. 

Since his departure from Spiritbox, Crook had most recently been working on new music with Underath drummer Aaron Gillespie. 

The news of Crook's passing with confirmed by Kai Turmann of A Textbook Tragedy who posted the following. 

"I’m so profoundly sad to say that our dear friend Bill Crook has passed away. He was a friend to so many, and a dear friend to me since we were children. Bill was, and is, loved by so many people, and I’m so incredible sorry to have to share this devastating information with you.

There will be many words and many tears, but for now I just need to get the terrible news out. Im so sorry. I love you all. I love you Bill.”