Michael Lee passed away at 39

Drummer Michael Lee, who had toured and recorded with Led Zeppelin musicians like Robert Plant and Jimmy Page, passed away on Monday morning (24 November 2008). He was 39 years old. The cause of his death is not known.

Michael Lee joined hands with Robert Plant in1993 for his album 'Fate of Nations'. Lee is credited as a co-writer on every song in led Zeppelin band. He also performed with The Cult founders Billy Duffy and Ian Astbury on their Ceremony tour.

He had performed with popular musicians like Lenny Kravtz, Thin Lizzy, Little Angels, Eco and The Bunnymen, Holosade, Alaska, Sweet Janes and many others.