Former Crowded House drummer Peter Jones has died after a battle with brain cancer. Jones spent two years in the band in the 90s. He was 45 years old. Crowded House posted this statement on their website, "We are in mourning today for the death of Peter Jones. We remember him as a warm hearted, funny and talented man, who was a valuable member of Crowded House. He played with style and spirit. We salute him and send our love and best thoughts to his family and friends."
Crowded House frontman Neil Finn also posted a message on Twitter that reads, "I am very sad to hear tonight that Peter Jones has died . ..a great man and a wonderful drummer . RIP Pete."