Overview
- The band announced his death on Feb. 7, praising his “immense” creative contributions and sharing no further details on circumstances.
- Brown’s staccato guitar helped shape Cake’s early identity, and he performed on Motorcade of Generosity and Fashion Nugget on Capricorn Records.
- He was credited with writing the hit The Distance, which continues to open the California International Marathon.
- After departing the group in 1997, he co-founded Deathray and recorded for side projects involving members of Weezer.
- Fans and musicians posted tributes, including a note from former Weezer bassist Matt Sharp, as Cake’s current lineup prepares three sold-out Sacramento shows March 21–23 at Channel 24.