Original Machine Head drummer Tony Costanza has died. The 52-year old reportedly died in his sleep. According to Blabbermouth, Contanza's former Crisis bandmate Afzaal Nasiruddeen confirmed the news. He wrote via Facebook, “It is with a very heavy heart that I have to accept and inform everyone concerned that I lost my brother, band mate, home boy and family today. Tony Costanza was one of a kind. A man with a huge heart, love and loyalty for the ones close to him.”
He continued, “I cannot relate to this reality of loss yet. I know he had a lot of admirers, and I was one of his biggest. He would have literally taken a bullet for me. Thats the kind of gangster brother he was.”
He added, “Tony died in his sleep this morning so I am sure he was at peace and in no pain. I wish his Mother all the strength she can muster as she will need every ounce of it. Please hold your loved ones close as the sense of loss is insurmountable sometimes. Tony my friend, I will love you and cherish our memories together, forever. Hope you are in a better pace now. Rest In Peace.”
Afzaal revealed that he has plans to start a GoFundMe page for Tony's mom and for his funeral expenses.