TV on the Radio Member Gerard Smith Dies at 34

TV on the Radio bassist Gerard Smith died Wednesday after a battle with lung cancer. He was 34.

"We are very sad to announce the death of our beloved friend and bandmate, Gerard Smith, following a courageous fight against lung cancer. Gerard passed away the morning of April 20th, 2011,? read a statement on the band?s Web site. ?We will miss him terribly."

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The band, which just dropped its latest album Nine Types of Light, says "there will be more information as it becomes available.??

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The group?s next five shows have been canceled.

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Smith was diagnosed with lung cancer shortly after wrapping recording sessions and had been undergoing treatment while touring on the road, the band announced last month.

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Last month the band said Smith was "fortunate enough to have health insurance and is receiving excellent medical care."?

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