Jeff Ward (November 18, 1962 – March 19, 1993) was an American musician, serving as a

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for various

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bands including

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, Hammeron,

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(Drums and Vocals), and Low Pop Suicide. He committed

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in 1993. Revolting Cocks' 1993 album '' Linger Ficken' Good'', Nine Inch Nails' 1994 album ''

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'', Ministry's 1996 album ''

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'', and Lard's 1997 release '' Pure Chewing Satisfaction'' all featured dedications to him, while Ward's friend (and Nine Inch Nails bandmate)

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dealt with his death in the

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track "It's Over." He probably provided vocals and drums for 1000 Homo DJs.

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Article Regarding Death and Tribute Concert
originally printed May 6, 1993 in the

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