Kim Shattuck, vocalist and guitarist for SoCal pop-punks The Muffs, passed away yesterday after a multi-year battle with ALS, also known as Lou Gherig’s disease. She was 56. Kim’s death was confirmed today on The Muffs’ Facebook page by bassist Ronnie Barnett and drummer Roy McDonald, who wrote, “We are very sorry to announce the passing of our bandmate and dear friend Kim Shattuck. Besides being a brilliant songwriter, rocking guitarist and singer/screamer extrordinaire, Kim was a true force of nature. While battling ALS Kim produced our last album, overseeing every part of the record from tracking to artwork. She was our best friend and playing her songs was an honor. Goodbye Kimba. We love you more than we could ever say. “Roy & Ronnie...
