An iconic drummer from the 1960s rock scene has died.

He was 84 years old.

Stereougm reports how former Pretty Things drummer Viv Prince — who became legendary for his wild antics, so much so that he inspired none other than fellow drummer and well-known wild man Keith Moon himself — passed away last week.

According to The Guardian , said antics were what got Prince kicked out of Pretty Things after just 18 months. The Independent states he went on to work with other well-known artists, including Hawkwind and — as it just so happens — The Who.

The news of Prince’s death was actually broken by White Stripes guitarist and singer, Jack White, via Instagram .

“I’ve officially received word through my friend John Baker, who knew the man well, that the great Viv Prince has passed

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