R.I.P.: Ed Cassidy

Ed Cassidy, the drummer for the classic rock band Spirit, died in San Jose, California on Thursday (December 6, 2012) of undisclosed causes.

Notable for his shaved head (which inspired the nickname “Mr. Skin”), head-to-toe black wardrobe and massive drum kit, Cassidy was considered very influential on other drummers of the ’60s rock era. He was 89 years old at the time of his death. MORE HERE