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Updated · Pitchfork · Jul 13
L7 Bassist Jennifer Finch Undergoes Brain Cancer Treatment, Missing 1st Farewell Tour Leg
Updated
Updated · Pitchfork · Jul 13

L7 Bassist Jennifer Finch Undergoes Brain Cancer Treatment, Missing 1st Farewell Tour Leg

3 articles · Updated · Pitchfork · Jul 13

Summary

  • Jennifer Finch is undergoing brain cancer treatment after unforeseen complications led to multiple surgeries and physical limitations, L7 said.
  • A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to help cover her medical bills and added at-home care as the longtime bassist recovers.
  • L7 said Finch will miss the initial North American leg of the band's fall Last Hurrah farewell tour, though she reportedly urged the group to continue without her.
  • Donita Sparks called Finch "family" in a statement, as the band rallies support for a member who returned with L7 on 2019's Scatter the Rats and marked its 40th anniversary last year.

Insights

With its bassist sidelined by cancer, what is the true emotional cost of L7's 'Last Hurrah' farewell tour?
Why must a grunge icon rely on fan donations for cancer care after a celebrated 40-year music career?