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Chester Mazur: Torchbearer of Sleaze Rock | New York City News
Chester Mazur, the punk scene’s beloved “torchbearer for sleaze rock,” died tragically at 66 after being struck by a USPS truck while walking home from a gig in the East Village. A relentless performer with The Rasslers until his last show, Mazur charmed fans and musicians alike with his magnetic personality—no driver’s license or perfect vision could dim his sparkle. Known for his eccentric art, late-night dive bar tales, and generosity to struggling bands, he lived on the fringes yet anchored New York’s underground soul. Now, as tributes flood social media and a memorial takes shape, his…
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