Madina Lake set up fund for Matthew Leone

6 July 2010 | 2:48 pm | Staff Writer
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Members of Madina Lake have set up a fund to help their band mate Matthew Leone, who is currently in hospital following a recent assault last week.

Members of Madina Lake have set up a fund to help their band mate Matthew Leone, who is currently in hospital following a recent assault last week.


As Killyourstereo reported previously, Leone, bass player for the American rock band had a third of his skull removed after a male assailant viciously attacked the musician in downtown Chicago. Consequently, Madina Lake has teamed up with Sweet Relief Musicians Fund to help raise money to support Leone’s medical bills.


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The band released the following statement:


“On behalf of Matthew, myself, our family and our extended ML family, we are absolutely floored by the compassion, love and support shown from people around the world. We've never experienced anything like it and to be honest, we're not even sure what we could say that would accurately express our gratitude and appreciation. I'll be posting a comprehensive update on Matthew's condition, prognosis and plans for the immediate future shortly. For now, many have so graciously inquired as to where any donations can be made to assist with medical expenses, etc. (unfortunately, Matthew's health insurance expired a few months ago while we were on tour in Europe). Our management has helped organize (sic) a few options, should anyone feel they want to donate. We simply can't thank you enough for your generosity, compassion, love and amazing energy that has all been an integral part of Matthew's recovery. More soon, all the love in the world" - Nathan Leone, Madina Lake


Concurrently, the Sweet Relief Musicians Fund has posted the following:


Sweet Relief Musicians Fund is working with Madina Lake's management and Pledge Music to help raise funds for Madina Lake bassist Matthew Leone. Matthew was rushed to the hospital last week after incurring several broken bones and head trauma when he heroically intervened in a domestic dispute between a husband and wife near his home. He is currently on the road to recovery but will need our help in order to pay the substantial bills. Thank you for your support.


Alternative Press reports that Chicago Police have made an arrest in relation to the attack.


Fans and those people wishing to donate or find out further information can read additional details here.