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Babyshambles guitarist Patrick Walden dead at 46
Babyshambles guitarist Patrick Walden has died, aged 46.
The sad news was announced by the band's official Facebook page.
'It is with deep regret and sadness that we share the news of Patrick Walden's death,' the band wrote.
'We feel very fortunate to have known, loved and worked with him and we kindly ask for respect and privacy during these difficult times.
'Peter, Drew, Mik, Adam.'
The Babyshambles was formed in 2004, with the band releasing its self-titled single Babyshambles later that year.
The Babyshambles frontman Pete Doherty made the band instant tabloid fodder, during his high-profile romance with British supermodel, Kate Moss.
Walden was part of the initial line-up which included Doherty, bassist Drew McConnell, and drummer Gemma Clarke.
The band released its debut album, Down in Albion, in 2005, which entered the top 10 album charts.
Walden left the band in 2005, with him returning the following year to play for them during a number of gigs.
Prior to Babyshambles, Walden played guitar with Fluid, the Six Cold Thousand, and The White Sport.
He later left the band due to substance abuse problems.
A number of fans poured their hearts on the band's Facebook page.
'A brilliant guitarist. Always skating on the edge yet somehow holding it together to glorious effect. Punch it, Patrick!' one fan wrote.
'Such an absolutely incredible musician. RIP,' yet another wrote.
'Heartbroken. I knew Patrick well. He was my guitar teacher and mentor over the last 5 years,' another wrote.
