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GWAR Singer David Brockie Dead At 50

David Brockie, the founder and lead singer for the popular heavy metal music group GWAR, was found dead at his home in Richmond, Virginia early Sunday evening.

A statement from Richmond police read, “At approximately 6:53 p.m. on Sunday, Richmond Police were called to a residence in the 4800 block of West Seminary Avenue for a report of a deceased individual. When officers arrived, they found David M. Brockie, 50, deceased inside the home.”

“Detectives do not suspect foul play at this time,” the spokesperson added.

Fans of the MTV animated series “Beavis and Butthead” will remember the duo paying homage to the band by showing their music videos on a regular basis throughout the series.

Brockie performed under the stage name Oderus Urungus in GWAR. The band was known for it’s brand of heavy metal music and live shows which featured their own gory costumes and outrageous stage shows.

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