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Rob Hirst, Midnight Oil drummer and founding member, dies aged 70
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Rob Hirst, Midnight Oil drummer and founding member, dies aged 70

https://www.theguardian.com/music/2026/jan/20/rob-hirst-midnight-oil-drummer-and-founding-member-dies-aged-70https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01-20/midnight-oil-drummer-rob-hirst-dies/106249816https://metro.co.uk/2026/01/20/midnight-oil-drummer-rob-hirst-dies-aged-70-three-years-cancer-diagnosis-26403765/
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  • Rob Hirst, co-founder and longtime drummer of Midnight Oil, died at 70 after a pancreatic cancer battle, marking a somber moment for the band.
  • Hirst publicly disclosed his cancer diagnosis in 2023, detailing a gruelling treatment journey and urging others to get checked, showing resilience amid illness.
  • The Rolling Stone obituary highlights Hirst’s influence, noting Midnight Oils’ six ARIA No. 1 albums, including Resist, which propelled the band globally.
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