Crowded House drummer Peter Jones dies

Crowded House drummer Peter Jones has died from brain cancer. Picture: Herald Sun Source: HWT Image Library

• Crowded House drummer Peter Jones dies
• Drummer had been battling brain cancer
• "He played with style and spirit. We salute him."

CROWDED House drummer Peter Jones has lost a battle with brain cancer.

Jones joined the band after founding drummer Paul Hester quit Crowded House in 1994.

Jones, a former school teacher, passed away on Friday.

A statement from Crowded House said: "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.''

Hester, who had suffered depression, took his own life in 2005.

Crowded House, fronted by Neil Finn, conquered with hits including Don't Dream It's Over and Better Be Home Soon.

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