Matt Wolfe Cause of Death Tragic: Byzantine Drummer Was 46

Matt Wolfe, popularly known as the drummer who played for "Byzantine" for more than a decade, has passed away at the age of 46.

Taking to their social media accounts to confirm the tragic death, the band shared a video that features several clips of the late drummer to pay tribute to him.

In the caption, the band also confirmed the cause of his death, saying he died "from a long battle with addiction." (watch the video below)

"We are deeply saddened to pass along word that our friend and ex-drummer Matthew Wolfe has passed away from a long battle with addiction. Matt was a phenomenal musician, songwriter and guitarist," they wrote. (via Metal Sucks)

At the time when he became a member of the band, Wolfe was new to the industry as he was only playing for eight months, but he was able to prove himself and got signed. Later on, he performed on stages along with his "biggest idols in metal."

Throughout his life, Wolfe loved sports as he was a big fan of the Green Bay Packers. He was also a very family-oriented person because he loved his son Ethan and daughters Kendall and CJ.

Wolfe spent his time with "Byzantine" from 2002 until he decided to leave in 2015. He appeared on five of their albums, "The Fundamental Component," "...And They Shall Take Up Serpents," "Oblivion Beckons," "Byzantine," and "To Release Is to Resolve.

The band is known for its music that focused primarily on problems at home, like religion in American society.

Wolfe would incorporate his intense drumming with scathing guitar solos of Tony Rohrbough and violent bass grooves of Chris Adams.

At the time of his exit, the band did not give an explanation as to why he decided to leave the band. Matt Bowles has replaced him ever since.

Fans Are Devastated After Matt Wolfe's Death

After the tragic news circulated online, many fans took to the comment section to remember the life of Matt Wolfe, saying they were devastated by what happened.

"'m so sorry to hear this news. Very fond memories of Wolfe from our uk tour way back when. Phenomenal drummer. Best wishes to all his friends and family," one wrote.

"So sorry to hear, I wouldn't be the same person I am today if it wasn't for the music that he was a part of. One of the greats!" another one wrote.

"Shocked to hear this. Matt blew me away on so many songs and is a rare drummer for me where it feels like he's doing riffs and I just want to listen to the drums for a whole song," one commented.