Overview

• Babyshambles announced his death via social media on June 20, expressing regret and asking for privacy as no cause has been disclosed.
• Walden joined the band in 2004 and co-wrote six of the 16 tracks on 2005’s Down in Albion, including hits like “The Man Who Came to Stay.”
• Pete Doherty hailed him as “the best guitar player I’ve ever worked with” and reshared the announcement on his personal accounts.
• After leaving the band in 2005 due to drug struggles, Walden achieved sobriety by age 40 and occasionally returned for select performances.
• Fans and fellow musicians have flooded social media with tributes applauding his distinctive musicianship and influence on indie rock.