John Sekula

John Sekula (January 14, 1969 – October 28, 2010) was the original guitarist for alternative metal band Mushroomhead.

John Sekula
Birth nameJohn Edward Sekula
Also known asJ.J. Righteous
Born(1969-01-14)January 14, 1969
DiedOctober 28, 2010(2010-10-28) (aged 41)
GenresHeavy metal, alternative metal, industrial metal
Occupation(s)Guitarist
InstrumentsGuitar
Years active1986–2001
LabelsEclipse Records
Associated actsMushroomhead, State of Conviction

Biography

Also known as J.J. Righteous, Sekula was mostly identified as wearing an Ace Frehley mask, a welding mask, a troll-like monster mask and a Ghostface mask. He was replaced by Marko "Bronson" Vukcevich in 2001 after several issues with drugs. Sekula also played guitar for both State of Conviction and Unified Culture who are/were fronted by Mushroomhead vocalist Jason Popson.

Death

On October 28, 2010 Sekula suffered a massive heart failure and subsequently died. He was 41 years old.

Discography

Mushroomhead

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