From mouth ulcers to a sore tongue - the 7 signs of ‘very aggressive’ cancer as rock star dies aged 59

ROCK star David Roach has died while battling a "very aggressive" form of cancer after symptoms of a “fever and a cough”.

The 59-year-old musician passed away on August 2, according to a post shared by the hard rock band Junkyard.

He was battling a form of aggressive squamous cell carcinoma that affected his head, neck and throat, according to a GoFundMe fundraiser.

"It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of David Roach," the band said in a post shared on social media.

"After a courageous battle with cancer, David passed away peacefully last night at home, in the loving arms of his wife.

"He was a gifted artist, performer, songwriter, and singer — but above all, a devoted father, husband, and brother.

"Our thoughts are with the entire Roach family and everyone who