“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of David Roach.”
— Junkyard

LOS ANGELES, California — We are saddened to report on this unfortunate update today as we share the news of the passing of David Roach.

Roach was the frontman and a co-founder of the band Junkyard who had rooted themselves out of Austin Texas before relocating to Southern California in 1986.

Roach had been battling an aggressive squamous cell carcinoma (Cancer) affecting his head, neck, and throat according to a GoFundMe started back in March 2025.

Junkyard released their self-titled debut in 1989 and the follow-up “Sixes, Sevens & Nines” in 1991, both on Geffen Records with a string of fan favorite singles including; “Hollywood“, “Simple Man” and “All The Time In The World.”

The band Junkyard released an official statement about their singer which we have shared below.

August 2nd 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of David Roach.

After a courageous battle with cancer, David passed away peacefully last night at home, in the loving arms of his wife.

He was a gifted artist, performer, songwriter, and singer—but above all, a devoted father, husband, and brother.

Our thoughts are with the entire Roach family and everyone who loved him.

—Junkyard

Metal Sludge would like to send our condolences to David‘s wife Jennifer, his family, friends and band-mates.

R.I.P. David Roach

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