Adam Schlesinger, founder and bassist/singer of Fountains Of Wayne, has passed away aged 52 following complications from contracting COVID-19.
The band, most famously known for 'Stacy's Mom', kicked of in the mid 90's reaching the height of their fame in 2003.
Outside the band, Adam was Emmy- and Grammy-winning songwriter for film, television, and theatre.
Friend and colleague in working in musical theatre, David Javerbaum, shared this on his passing:
Adam, you were a brilliant songwriter, musician, collaborator and friend.
— David Javerbaum (@davidjaverbaum) April 1, 2020
Gorgeous melodies spun out of you like silk through a loom.
You enriched millions of lives with your boundless creativity, none more than mine.
Thank you Adam.
I love you.https://t.co/QBJh0RWDp5
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