Former Weezer bassist found dead in Chicago hotel room

Just prior to Weezer taking the stage today at Riot Fest in Chicago, police said former bassist Mikey Welsh was found dead in a Chicago hotel room. Read more:

• Ex-Weezer bassist found dead in Chicago (ctv.ca)
• Former Weezer Bassist Mikey Welsh Dead At Age 40 (spinner.com)
• Weezer bassist dead at 40 (cnn.com)