The promising life and career of Nightvision bassist Dean Hocking (pictured at far left above) was tragically cut short after the musician was involved in a fatal car accident on Dec. 27 in Sleaford, England.

The band originally formed in 2003, but their most popular lineup took shape in 2006 when singer Dave McKee joined the group. "We obviously need the time to get this round our heads," says the band, "but in the meantime … wherever you are … get a drink and raise it high as a toast to a fine, young, talented guy gone too soon. Turn it up to 11 and rumble the heavens our brother. We love you dude and we are gonna miss you like you'll never know. -- Daryl, Dave and Bolda. X.

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