Ziggy Stardust bassist died after struggle with cancer His long time membership of Uriah Heep brought the band's music, and Trevor's virtuosity and enthusiasm, to hundreds of thousands of fans across the world. He joined the band in 1976 and, barring one short break, was a fixture until his ill health forced him to take a step back early this year. Prior to joining Heep he was a founder and ever-present member of David Bowie's legendary Spiders from Mars band, performing on all of their key albums and at countless shows. He also performed with Wishbone Ash, Cybernauts and the Rats. Scores of tributes were left on Twitter to the bassist, calling him an "East Yorkshire legend." Mr Bolder's death follows that of The Doors keyboardist Ray Manzarek, who died at the age of 74 on Monday.