Nasty Savage - Former Bassist Passes Away
Bassist Richard Bateman has died from a heart attack. Nasty Savage announced his passing recently. Bateman played briefly in the band back in 1989 and had stints in Nocturnus AD, Agent Steel and Iced Earth as well.
The band posted: "It is with deep sadness to announce Richard Bateman has passed away today. We are all devastated. God Bless his family God Bless Richard Bateman. RIP Brother."
Guitarist David Austin said: "My longtime friend Richard Bateman has passed away from a heart attack, absolutely devastated, extraordinary bass playing that he did with Nasty Savage especially Penetration Point, I can't even put it into words, absolutely devastated. I hope the metal community will surround his family with open arms and give them the comfort that they need at this moment and time, I'm completely shocked. Love you Richard may he rest in peace, genuine loving person and extraordinary bass player to say the least."
The band posted: "It is with deep sadness to announce Richard Bateman has passed away today. We are all devastated. God Bless his family God Bless Richard Bateman. RIP Brother."
Guitarist David Austin said: "My longtime friend Richard Bateman has passed away from a heart attack, absolutely devastated, extraordinary bass playing that he did with Nasty Savage especially Penetration Point, I can't even put it into words, absolutely devastated. I hope the metal community will surround his family with open arms and give them the comfort that they need at this moment and time, I'm completely shocked. Love you Richard may he rest in peace, genuine loving person and extraordinary bass player to say the least."
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