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Razzle was an English musician best known as the drummer for the Finnish rock band Hanoi Rocks. Born in 1960, he became a prominent figure in the glam punk and hard rock scenes during the early 1980s. Razzle's energetic drumming contributed significantly to the band's distinctive sound and growing popularity in Europe and beyond.

Tragically, Razzle died on December 8, 1984. His death marked a significant loss for Hanoi Rocks and their fans, as he was a key member during the band's influential period. Despite his short career, Razzle remains remembered for his impact on the glam rock and punk rock genres of the early 1980s.

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