Remembering Polaris Guitarist Ryan Siew, Who Sadly Passed Away at 26

Polaris band member Ryan Siew dies at age 26, heartfelt tribute shared on Instagram.

In a heartfelt Instagram post, Polaris, the Australian metalcore band known for their exploration of depression and loss in their music, announced the tragic death of their lead guitarist, Ryan Siew. The 26-year-old musician passed away on June 19, leaving behind a profound void in the lives of his bandmates and loved ones.

Expressing their grief, Polaris shared a touching tribute to Siew on their Instagram page. The band wrote, "It is with shattered hearts & the deepest sorrow that we tell you our dear brother and bandmate Ryan Siew passed away on the morning of Monday June 19. He was 26 years old, and for 10 incredible years he was our best friend and artistic soulmate. Those years will never be enough."

Describing Siew's remarkable qualities, the band members spoke fondly of him, saying, "He was kindhearted and clever, he was funny and brave and creative, and he was talented beyond all measure. He loved art, and beauty in all its forms. He loved great food in great company. He loved Harry Potter and psych-thrillers and crime documentaries. He loved music, more diversely than you could ever imagine, and spoke its language in ways that only the rarest among us do. And most of all, he loved & adored his family & friends. He was also much admired and beloved by so many. Ryan, we will love and miss you for the rest of our days, and we will never fill the hole that you leave in all of our lives."

Siew joined Polaris in 2013 and made significant contributions to the band's album "The Mortal Coil" in 2017. This album earned Polaris a nomination for Best Hard Rock at the ARIA Awards in 2018, further solidifying their reputation in the music industry.

The cause of Siew's death was not disclosed in the Instagram post, leaving fans and followers to mourn the loss without further details. Polaris, consisting of Jake Steinhauser, Rick Schneider, Jamie Hails, and Daniel Furnari, chose to focus on celebrating Siew's life and the impact he had on their music.

The post received an outpouring of condolences from fans, who shared their own experiences and memories of Siew. One user expressed, "This is utterly heartbreaking. I'm so sorry for your loss. Ryan was just as kind as he was immensely talented. My condolences to Ryan's family and friends. May he rest in peace." Another netizen added, "So sorry for your loss. I had the privilege of speaking to Ryan a handful of times - and he was nothing short of a beautiful burst of light. All our love to you and your family." The comments section was filled with messages of love and support for the band during this difficult time.

Ryan Siew's notable works include his technical skill and ability to write catchy guitar riffs, showcased in Polaris's albums "The Mortal Coil" and "The Death of Me." He was 26 years old at the time of his passing, having been born on February 25, 1997.

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