by Former Tigertailz drummer Ace Finchum has passed away at the age of 62. His former bandmate Steevi Jaimz announced the news on Facebook.
Jaimz shared the heartbreaking news with fans and friends. He expressed his condolences to Finchum’s loved ones.
“I know many of you really cared for Ace, and I am sorry to be the bearer of tragic, heart-breaking news… But sadly. Ace passed away at the weekend,” Jaimz said. “Thoughts and prayers to Danny, Rob, Donna and Scott.”
The announcement has brought an outpouring of grief from the rock community. Fans and fellow musicians remember the late drummer’s contributions to the band.
Finchum was a key member of the Welsh glam metal band from 1984 until 1991. He served as the original drummer who helped shape their signature sound. Hello Rayo noted that he played on the band’s first three studio albums: Young & Crazy (1987), Bezerk (1990), and Banzai! (1991), which includes their most notable singles like “Love Bomb Baby” and “Heaven.”
The drummer was known for his dynamic and spirited drumming style. His playing contributed significantly to Tigertailz’s rise during the late 1980s glam metal scene in the UK. BraveWords reported that the Bezerk album achieved Top 40 success in the UK and was a critical part of glam metal’s zeitgeist. Finchum was described as the band’s “heartbeat” during those years.
After leaving Tigertailz in 1991, Finchum lost contact with some band members but remained friends with vocalist Steevi Jaimz. He briefly rejoined the band from 2011 to 2013 before departing again. Blabbermouth revealed that in recent years, Finchum was living in the United States.
Tigertailz, founded in 1984 in Cardiff, Wales, is recognized for its contribution to the UK glam metal scene with a mix of melodic hooks and hard rock energy. The band experienced internal conflicts and lineup shifts over the years. This included the tragic loss of bassist Pepsi Tate to cancer in 2007.
Finchum’s legacy lies in his vital role in establishing Tigertailz’s sound and success during glam metal’s peak. Bandmates and fans remember him fondly as wild, funny, and full of spirit. His passing marks the loss of one of the key architects of the band’s early and most influential era.
