Michael Ward dead at 57 as tributes pour in for former guitarist of rock band The Wallflowers

GUITARIST Michael Ward has died at the age of 57, his former band The Wallflowers confirmed in a tribute to the musician.

The band announced his death on Wednesday in a Facebook post and praised him for playing a “crucial part” in their history.

Michael Ward, the former guitarist for The Wallflowers died on April 4

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Michael Ward, the former guitarist for The Wallflowers died on April 4Credit: Facebook

“With love and gratitude the Wallflowers say farewell to the great and singular Michael Ward,” the post read.

“Michael’s role and talents will forever remain a crucial part of the band’s history.”

Ward performed with the band between 1995 and 2001.

“His contributions to music began before his time with the Wallflowers and continued long after his time with the band,” The Wallflowers added.

“Listening to Thin Lizzy on a sorrowful day. Rest now Mike.

“Much love to his family and his two children.”

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