Dom DeLuca's Brooklyn Projects skate shop has joined the skateboarding and hardcore communities in mourning the passing of Sick of It All frontman Lou Koller.
Following the heartbreaking announcement from Sick of It All, Brooklyn Projects shared a brief but emotional tribute on Instagram:
"Fucking devastated 💔💔💔💔💔💔
Rest easy Lou …. No more pain.
@sickofitallnyc
#fuckcancer"
Earlier, Sick of It All confirmed Koller had passed away after a lengthy battle with cancer, writing:
"It’s with unbelievable sadness that we announce to our worldwide hardcore family the passing of our brother Lou Koller. The level of loss that we feel at this time is overwhelming. This
year would have marked Sick of it All’s 40th anniversary as a band, and Lou’s camaraderie, commitment and enthusiasm were always steadfast throughout the years. We have lost a beloved friend and an iconic frontman. Lou had the power to raise everyone’s spirits at our shows with a smile and a sarcastic comment, and he won people over wherever we played, from every culture and every corner of the world.
At this time of intense grief, we must again acknowledge the great help and support offered by everyone who donated to Lou’s medical fund. You all helped Lou feel very special and very loved as he battled away these last two years. His battle is over now and he can finally rest. Hopefully he can somehow still see and feel the beautiful, positive mark he left on the world."
Koller's death has prompted an outpouring of tributes from across the worlds of hardcore music, skateboarding, and street culture, with Brooklyn Projects among those honoring the legendary vocalist's life and legacy.
Rest in peace, Lou Koller.