Cardiacs frontman Tim Smith dead at 59: Fans mourn death of singer for British cult rock band that inspired the likes of Blur and Radiohead
- Smith suffered a heart attack in 2008 which left his ability to speak impaired
- Band, which influenced Blur and Radiohead, have since been on hiatus
- Tim started the band with his brother Jim around 1980 after several name changes and released eight studio albums between 1980 and 2007
Tim Smith, frontman of the influential British cult rock band Cardiacs, has died at the age of 59.
Smith developed a rare neurological disorder called dystonia in 2008 after suffering a heart attack.
The condition left him with impaired dexterity and ability to speak as well as also causing painful muscle spasms.
No further information surrounding the passing of Smith is yet available.
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