New ArticlesMusicLou Koller, frontman of the band Sick Of It All, was diagnosed with adenocarcinoma cancer in 2024, his two-year health battle has now come to a heartbreaking end03:44, 25 Jul 2026Punk rock legend Lou Koller has passed away at the age of 59 after a two-year health battle, his bandmates have announced.‌The late singer was known for being the frontman of the band Sick Of It All, which was formed back in 1986 in New York City. Devastatingly, back in June 2024, Koller revealed that doctors had found a tumor in his esophagus and was diagnosed with adenocarcinoma cancer. Koller had shared a video to the group's Instagram page at the time, explaining that doctors "found a tumor in my esophagus that goes into my stomach."‌His bandmates shared an emotional statement on Friday as his two-year health battle came to a tragic end. The band took to their official Instagram page to tell their 140,000 followers: "It’s with unbelievable sadness that we announce to our worldwide hardcore family the passing of our brother Lou Koller. The level of loss that we feel at this time is overwhelming.‌"This year would have marked Sick of it All’s 40th anniversary as a band, and Lou’s camaraderie, commitment and enthusiasm were always steadfast throughout the years. We have lost a beloved friend and an iconic frontman. Lou had the power to raise everyone’s spirits at our shows with a smile and a sarcastic comment, and he won people over wherever we played, from every culture and every corner of the world.‌"At this time of intense grief, we must again acknowledge the great help and support offered by everyone who donated to Lou’s medical fund. You all helped Lou feel very special and very loved as he battled away these last two years. His battle is over now and he can finally rest. Hopefully he can somehow still see and feel the beautiful, positive mark he left on the world."Content cannot be displayed without consentKoller formed the hardcore punk band Sick Of It All with his brother Pete when they were still in high school. The siblings were joined by drummer David Lamb as the original members of the group. Mark McNeely also later joined as bassist. Armand Majidi and Rich Cipriano replaced Lamb and McNeely when they left the punk group.Article continues belowThe band has released 12 studio albums, with their most recent LP being Wake The Sleeping Dragon! (2018).For more of the latest showbiz news and gossip, follow Mirror Celebs on TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Threads.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌TerrorismCancerMusic