Metal Sludge — Grim Reaper singer Steve Grimmett has died at the age of 62.

Steve‘s passing was confirmed by his brother Mark Grimmett, who wrote on social media: “I don’t really know where to start so I guess I will just come right out with it. It is with great sadness and a very heavy heart that I have to tell you all as many of you know him my very talented brother Steve Grimmett very sadly passed away today, my heart goes out to Millie his wife my Mum and Dad, Russell , Sami and Ethan . I will miss you more than words will ever say , love you bro xx”. as was reported on Blabbermouth.

The singer’s son Russ Grimmett also shared the news on social media writing: “We can’t begin to put into words the current feelings. But as dad was so well known the news is starting to reach out earlier than we would have liked. Unfortunately, our dad passed away today and leaves a massive hole in the world and our hearts. We are utterly heartbroken ? sleep tight dad. We we always love you xxx.”

RIP Steve Grimmett