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Cold Chisel Saxophonist Andy Bickers Dies After Cancer Battle

7/11/2026

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Andy Bickers, Cold Chisel’s saxophonist, died on Friday morning after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
Cold Chisel announced his death on social media, with lead vocalist Jimmy Barnes calling him an incredible musician, good man and close friend.
He performed on the tracks “Rising Sun,” “Saturday Night,” and “My Baby.”
He also toured with Midnight Oil, the Eagles and Silverchair.
He is survived by his wife Lisa and son Rudy.

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Andy Bickers, Cold Chisel’s saxophonist, died on Friday morning after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
Cold Chisel announced his death on social media, with lead vocalist Jimmy Barnes calling him an incredible musician, good man and close friend.
He performed on the tracks “Rising Sun,” “Saturday Night,” and “My Baby.”
He also toured with Midnight Oil, the Eagles and Silverchair.
He is survived by his wife Lisa and son Rudy.