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We've all been shocked and appalled by the events that took place in Paris on Friday night which seen a systematic and planned terrorist attack use the Bataclan Theatre as one of several targets midway through an Eagles Of Death Metal gig. Among those killed at the Bataclan that night was crew member Nick Alexander who was managing the band's Merchandise on the tour.

Nick had worked with several acts in recent years including EODM, Alice In Chains, Frank Turner, Fall Out Boy, Black Keys, You Me At Six and so many more so he may well have been a face you will have recognised at shows up and down the UK and across Europe.

Friends of Nick immediately set up a Memorial Fundraiser which has already raised an incredible amount of money in such a short amount of time. In reaction to the $66,000 already raised, Miguel Benavides (who set up the page) issued the following update: "Just to be clear, all this money is going to Nick's family. They and only they will be receiving it and making the decisions regarding its disbursement.".

Read below for the initial statement made upon setting up the page:

My initial goal for this find was to benefit my friend in the most direct way that was calling to me. I personally want to help his family. Two things happened: we reached a significant amount quickly, and our extended tour family pointed out a basic rule of the road: we take care of our own, even the ones we don’t personally know. Taking this to heart, we are converting this fund to taking care of more than just Nick.

My role: I am in Los Angeles, CA. I started this because, after 24 hours, I noticed that no one else had, and I wanted to do something that felt productive and positive. I have already spoken with an entertainment attorney who many of you know, and we have already spoken to tax counsel about the best way to set up this fund. It’s a weekend, so we will get more info on this as the week progresses.

If this isn’t the right time for you to make a donation - please know we hear you, we understand.

Today or tonight raise a glass to the memory of Nick Alexander a guy doing a simple job of touring with a band and selling t-shirts going new places and making new friends. Last night, he ended his journey in a small theater in Paris along with many others who's lives were cut short by hate, by misguided religion, by ignorance.

Here is to you my friend may you and the others from this tragic event find peace..."

Link to fund page - https://www.gofundme.com/y7aaknp8

Nick's family have also gone on to comment: "He was everyone's best friend - generous, funny and fiercely loyal.

"Nick died doing the job he loved and we take great comfort in knowing how much he was cherished by his friends around the world. Thank you for your thoughts and respect for our family at this difficult time."

Nick was one of approximately 80 victims in the Bataclan Theatre on Friday night, and a total of 129 victims across the attacks in Paris. It goes without saying that at this very difficult time, here at Room Thirteen we offer our sincerest condolences to anyone affected by the incidents that took place in Paris on Friday night.