Brent Young, former bass player of Trivium, has passed away.
Young was a member of Trivium for several years early on, performing on the group's debut full-length, 2003's Ember to Inferno.
Trivium frontman Matt Heafy had the following to say:
"We have just been given word on the passing of one of the early members of Trivium, Brent Young.
"Having had a couple wonderful years with Brent in the Florida local band scene, doing the Blue demo and ETI together, the very first European mini-tour and first USA tour together - I have nothing but amazing memories of a wonderful person.
"Our hearts and condolences go out to all of Brent's family and friends."
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