You Say Party! We Say Die! drummer Devon Clifford has died after collapsing onstage during a show in Vancouver. The Abbotsford, B.C., band had been playing a show on Friday night at Vancouver’s Rickshaw Theatre when Clifford suddenly collapsed. He was taken to hospital but died Sunday morning, according to the band’s publicist. Darryl Weeks said Clifford died while surrounded by family and friends. The drummer suffered a brain haemorrhage, according to Spinner.

A tribute from the band’s record label Paper Bag has since been released, saying:
“It is with absolute sadness to report that our dear friend Devon Clifford passed away just hours ago in a Vancouver hospital surrounded by his family and friends. He will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him. I request that we respect the family’s privacy during this incredibly difficult time.”

You Say Party! We Say Die! was about to start their European tour and play at the Pécs’ Europe Mania Festival on May 8th, where Incubate is curating a stage.

R.I.P. Devon Clifford
1979 – 2010

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