Influential KROQ DJ Jed The Fish Dies at 69

Jed 'The Fish' Gould, a pioneering DJ at Los Angeles' KROQ-FM, has passed away at 69 after a recent lung cancer diagnosis. Known for his influential role in the station's rise during the 1980s and 1990s, Jed helped elevate KROQ as a leader in punk, new wave, and alternative rock music. His tenure spanned from 1978 to 2012, where he was pivotal in promoting bands like The Smiths and Depeche Mode, and he continued to impact the music scene even after leaving KROQ. Fans and colleagues remember him as a unique and inspiring personality, with tributes pouring in across social media. His legacy includes awards such as the Billboard Modern Rock Personality of the Year and significant influence on California's music culture. Gould's death was confirmed via his Instagram account, and he passed peacefully in hospice care at his home in Pasadena.