NAPALM DEATH Guitarist MITCH HARRIS: JESSE PINTADO 'Was Like A Brother To Me'

August 29, 2006

NAPALM DEATH guitarist Mitch Harris has issued the following statement regarding the passing of TERRORIZER/ex-NAPALM DEATH guitarist Jesse Pintado:

"I am very sad and upset about this news. Jesse was like a brother to me and we were very close for many years. For now, I feel the most sadness and compassion for his family that loved him dearly, and tried with all their heart to help Jesse redirect his future.

"I suppose I feel more anger and frustration than anything, as Jesse was gifted with people who loved and cared about him. Jesse was equally blessed with many companions around the world, and I am sure that many people share the same emptiness at this moment.

"Now all that I can do is to try and remember the great times we shared together, and hope that Jesse has somehow found peace in his own mind and soul.

"Thanks ever so much for all of your kind words and concerns."

Meanwhile, former NAPALM DEATH drummer Mick Harris wrote the following message on his web site: "Jesse, I'll always remember you. First choice for NAPALM DEATH."

Pintado died over the weekend in a hospital in Holland, TERRORIZER's record label, Century Media Records, has confirmed. More information will be made available soon.

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