Died On This Date (February 9, 2013) Jon Cook / Basist For Post-Hardcore Band, Crain
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DOB Unknown – February 9, 2013
Jon Cook was a rock bassist who is best remembered for his tenure in ’90s post-hardcore band, Crain. The Louisville, Kentucky band released three albums including the Steve Albini-produced Speed in 1992. The band ultimately broke up in 1996 but reunited as their pre-Crain outfit, Cerebellum in 2010. Outside of Crain, Cook played with Rodan, and Experimental Pollen, amongst others. During Cook’s teenage years, he helped out-of-town bands get booked in local clubs and played a key role in the development of Louisville’s ’90s punk scene. Jon Cook was 40 when, on February 9, 2013, he passed away following a long illness.
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