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Shifty Shellshock's family have released a heartbreaking statement in the wake of the rapper's untimely death.
It was announced earlier this week that Shellshock, real name Seth Binzer, had died.
He was best known for fronting the band Crazy Town who had hit tracks such as 'Butterfly', 'Born to Raise Hell' and 'Revolving Door'.
Binzer also had a successful solo career and previously worked with British producer and musician Paul Oakenfold to sing the vocals for his 2002 song 'Starry Eyed Surprise'.
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The cause of the music star's death wasn't initially revealed, but his manager has since confirmed that Binzer died of an overdose.
Crazy Town's manager Howie Hubberman shared with People: "The cause of death was a combination of prescription drugs and street purchased drugs."
He added: "Shifty was a friend and really wanted to get himself fixed - unfortunately no one had the exact tools to do this, myself included."
Now Binzer's family have spoken out and said that their 'hearts are shattered'.
"To Seth, the world was art - he loved every part of it, from music and fashion to graffiti, skateboarding and his hometown of Los Angeles," they told The Sun.
"He loved his three boys more than anything, and his dedication to his music and fans never wavered.
"Seth struggled with addiction throughout his life, he did so on a very public platform which was particularly challenging."
The statement continued: "God knows he tried so hard to beat his demons but sadly he lost his battle.
"Our hearts are shattered by his loss. Seth's larger-than-life presence touched so many.
"Seth was a troubled soul but he was a beautiful one and he had a heart of gold. He will live on through his 3 sons who were his proudest accomplishments. Halo, Gage and Phoenix."
As well as his three sons and family, Binzer is survived by his ex-wives Melissa Clark and Ashiko Westguard.
His last known relationship was said to be with long-time friend and American actor Soleil Moon Frye.
In 2022 Page Six reported that the pair had known each other since they were teens and later 'reconnected as adults'.
It is unclear if they were still dating at the time of Binzer's passing.
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