D.H. Peligro (real name Darren Henley) was the longtime drummer for the seminal punk rock band the Dead Kennedys. Peligro joined the band in 1981, taking over for original drummer Ted who was with the band when they began in 1978. Peligro was a member of the band until they broke up in 1986. The Dead Kennedys reunited in 2001 and except for a very brief period, Peligro was their drummer up until the time of his passing. In 1988, Peligro joined the Red Hot Chili Peppers but was fired for substance abuse. He fronted his own band called Peligro, releasing three albums.
Tributes to D.H. Peligro
Dead Kennedys' drummer D.H. Peligro (Darren Henley) passed away in his Los Angeles home yesterday, Oct 28th. He died from trauma to his head from an accidental fall. Arrangements are pending will be announced in the coming days. Thank you for your thoughts and words of comfort pic.twitter.com/PC7sF87f6c
That could have been such a good band.Damn.I get goose bumps just thinking about it..So I hope Peligro is up there somewhere, getting his headbutts from Wesley at last.Forever free from any hellrides from high fructose corn syrup. With much love and respect, Jello Biafra
SO sad to hear about the death of D.H. Peligro. He has been such an influence on my musical apprenticeship. May you rest in peace. Sincere condolences to all friends and family. pic.twitter.com/X2SOlLiH8l
I am sad. D.H. Peligro passed away in his Los Angeles home yesterday, Oct 28th. He died from trauma to his head from an accidental fall. Arrangements are pending will be announced in the coming days. Thank you for your thoughts and words of comfort.
Sad to hear of the passing of D.H. Peligro. His drumming on those early D.K. albums inspired my playing in Slayer. Sending my deepest sympathies to his family, bandmates and all those affected by this tragic, untimely loss. Rest peacefully. https://t.co/ZGXzHSo4mK
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