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Former Fossils Bassist Chandramouli Biswas Dies by Suicide at 48

The Kolkata-based musician, known for his work with Fossils and other bands, was reportedly battling depression and financial difficulties.

  • Chandramouli Biswas, a former member of the Bangla rock band Fossils, was found dead in his Kolkata residence on Sunday evening at the age of 48.
  • The musician reportedly left a suicide note stating no one was responsible for his death; the note is being analyzed by Kolkata Police as part of an ongoing investigation into the case.
  • Biswas had been struggling with depression and financial challenges for several years, according to preliminary police findings and statements from his friends and family.
  • He was a key member of Fossils from 2000 to 2018, starting as a guitarist before transitioning to bass, and later played with bands Golok and Zombie Cage Control.
  • Tributes have poured in from the music community, with his former bandmates and colleagues expressing shock and grief over his passing.
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