Former bassist for 3 Inches Of Blood, Brian Redman, has passed away.

Redman was a key member of the group between 2004 and 2006, and also contributed to the group's album 'Advance And Vanquish'. The bassist was involved in a motor vehicle accident in Tacoma, Washington.

According to Metal Hammer, "He had moved home to Tacoma after a short stay in Southern California. He was recently a barman at Doyle's Public House in Tacoma and fronted local band, the Dirty Knockers."

Doyle's Public House co-owner Russ Heaton said that Redman will indeed be missed. "We have lost a friend, family member, lover, musician and all-around good person," he posted on the bar's official website.