Charlatans drummer Jon Brookes has passed

We have just heard that Charlatans drummer Jon Brookes has passed at the very young age of 44.

It appears that Jon had been undergoing treatments for a brain tumor after a seizure while on tour in the US back in 2010. 

Charlatans lead vocalist sent out Tweets concerning Mr. Brooks death. Saying the following:

“torn apart” and  “Jon Brookes, my friend, our drummer and inspiration to so many, passed away this morning. We are torn apart. Love & thoughts to Jon’s family,” 

R.I.P. Jon Brookes