Andrew Martinez (1983[1] – January 11, 2009), known professionally as Andy DeMize, was the drummer for the bands Nekromantix, Up Syndrome, and The Rocketz.
Martinez joined the pop punk group Up Syndrome in October 2001; the band signed with Nitro Records in December 2002.
[1][3] According to reports by the Orange County Register, Martinez and three other people were in a 1972 Chevrolet Nova travelling south on Route 57 outside of Fullerton, California at roughly 85 miles per hour (137 km/h) when the driver lost control, swerved across all lanes of the freeway, went over an embankment, and hit a tree.
[3][4][5] The driver was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol, vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, and felony hit-and-run.
"[1][3] Tony Slash of The Rocketz remarked that "Andy touched many people, his heart was golden, his reputation as a truly nice guy was understated ... he was always quick to offer a hand or a beer.