Robert "Rob" Hirst, who co-founded and played drums for Australian rock band Midnight Oil and co-wrote many of its songs, has ...

The band confirmed its co-founder's death from pancreatic cancer in statements posted to social media: "For now there are no ...

Fellow musicians called him the "engine driving one of the greatest live bands of all time" and "an inspiration forever." ...

Australian rock drummer Rob Hirst, best known for cofounding the band Midnight Oil, has died at age 70 following a battle ...

Australian band Midnight Oil announced on Tuesday that Rob Hirst, their powerhouse drummer and co-founding member, has died ...

Rob Hirst, co-founder and drummer of rock band Midnight Oil, has passed away at 70 due to pancreatic cancer. His death leaves a significant void in the world of rock music.

Rob Hirst, the 70-year-old Midnight Oil co-founder and drummer, has died after a three-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

He co-wrote some of Midnight Oil’s biggest songs, including the group’s 1987 signature hit, “Beds are Burning.” ...

"We are shattered and grieving the loss of our brother Rob, Midnight Oil wrote. "For now there are no words but there will ...

Australian rockers Midnight Oil announced Tuesday that drummer and co-founder Rob Hirst is dead at 70. “After fighting ...

The band said they are 'shattered'.

The beating heart of one of Australia’s greatest rock ‘n’ roll bands stopped on Tuesday, when Midnight Oil drummer, ...