Steve Soto, founding member of The Adolescents, Agent Orange, Manic Hispanic, Joyride and many other bands passed away in his sleep last night. He was 54. The cause of death was not immediately known, Soto had just completed a tour with The Adolescents in Boston last Sunday and was in the process of finalizing and releasing the band’s latest album, Crop Duster.

Longtime friend and collaborator Greg Antista, confirmed the news delivered from Soto’s family via Facebook around 11 last night:

“I’m sorry to break such bad news in such an impersonal way but the family of Steve Soto would like everyone to know that he passed peacefully in his sleep today, I’m sure this is a terrible blow to all of you. He will be missed. We will be posting details on a memorial as plans are finalized.”

RIP <3 @laurenoneil