Jack White has cancelled all upcoming shows on his North American tour following the sudden death of his keyboard player ‘Ikey’ Owens.
Owens was 38 years old.
The following statement was posted at the Jack White Facebook page:
“It is with great sadness that we tell the world of the passing of the incredible musician Isaiah “Ikey” Owens. He will be missed and loved forever by his family, friends, bandmates and fans.
“Ikey Owens was an astounding keyboard player in Jack White’s backing band. He also played with Mars Volta, Free Moral Agents, and many other projects.
“Out of respect for Ikey, the remaining shows of the Jack White Tour in Mexico have been cancelled.
“We will all miss you Ikey. You were and are an incredible artist.”
Owens was found dead in his hotel room in Chulula, Mexico. The cause of death has not been determined but is understood to be under investigation.
Jack White had played in Mexico City three days earlier and was scheduled to perform in Guadalajara tonight.
Owens played on all albums by The Mars Volta between 2002 and 2008. He also features on Mastadon’s ‘Once More ‘Round The Sun’ and ‘Blood Mountain’, White’s ‘Lazaretto’ and albums by Saul Williams, Reel Big Fish and Sublime.
