Birth(+)Fact(x)Death(-)Calendar ||| 31 May 1996

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The fire was caused by pyrotechnics set off by 29-year-old tour manager Daniel Biechele of the evening's headlining band, Jack Russell's Great White, which ignited flammable sound insulation foam in the walls and ceilings surrounding the stage. Among those who perished in the fire were Great White's lead guitarist, Ty Longley and the show's emcee, DJ Mike 'The Doctor' Gonsalves. More than one survivor later stated that a bouncer stopped people trying to escape via the stage exit, stating that that door was "for the band only."
(20 February 2003)

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BirthFactDeath (-) Friday 31st of May 1996 28 years ago He Tuned Out
Psychologist and writer Timothy Francis Leary dies of prostate cancer at the age of 76 in Los Angeles, California, United States. Leary's death was videotaped for posterity at his request, capturing his final words. His last word, according to his son Zach was "beautiful."