Zimbl from the Bates is dead

Markus Zimmer, known as "Zimbl", passed away on the night of June 18 to 19 due to a circulatory collapse with cardiac arrest. The singer of the Bates, born on October 7, 1964, was found dead in his bed in his Kassel apartment just two days later. With his band, founded in 1987, he celebrated some major successes, including the hit "Billie Jean". When the band disbanded in 2001, he released two solo albums. Zimbl is to be buried this week, and a memorial service is expected to take place next week at the Mutter in Kassel. However, only close friends and relatives are invited, who can register via the email kasselrockcity@aol.com to receive the exact date and further details.