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From the PYLON mailing list today, 2/26. I fucking loved PYLON. Extremely original and unique. Though their musical output was minimal over the years, it will always be highly regarded in my music collection:

This past Monday evening, Randy Bewley had a heart attack while driving his van on Barber Street in Athens, GA. He was taken to Athens Regional Medical Center. Today, our bandmate and brother passed away at a little before 5 p.m. with his family and friends at his side. He will be missed, even as we celebrate his life and creativity. His guitar sound was as special as he was and always will be. Randy's guitar work defined not only a generation of sound but Randy himself. His visual art, painting and photos, combined with his signature sound formed a loose set of boundaries that helps understand him. His quiet devotion to family and friends will become a benchmark for those he leaves behind.

Oh, man. That's so sad. Pylon's one of my favorites too. Here's an interview featuring him.

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Thanks, Randy.

This one really hits hard for me. RIP Randy, you were a true original. DFA is due to reissue "Chomp" this year.

Good lord...I saw Pylon several times in Athens back then.My teen years enjoyed their music on WRAS back in the 80-82 era..how sad.

Love this band. Sorry for their loss. Saw Pylon at the start at a little club in New Jersey called Hittsille. Was an exciting and up-close, fun experience.

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