RIP Ron Asheton, Stooges guitarist

Published Jan 06 2009, 01:26 PM by Ryan Stewart

Ron Asheton, guitarist for the legendary Stooges, was found dead today of what is believed to be a heart attack. He was 60. We're blasting Funhouse in tribute, and we urge you all to do the same.

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