Trevor Strnad, the Black Dahlia Murder’s founding lead vocalist, died at the age of 41. Strnad’s bandmates revealed his death on social media on Wednesday.
The reason for death was not disclosed, but surviving family members supplied contact information for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
“It is with great grief that we announce Trevor Scott Strnad’s loss,” the Black Dahlia Murder announced in a statement.
“He was liked by those who encountered him as a beloved son, brother, and Shepard of good times.” A wandering compendium of musical knowledge. He was a hugger, a writer, and one of the best performers of all time. His lyrics entertained the globe with stories, spells, terror, and whimsy. It was his dream to appear on your show.”
The metal band from Michigan started in 2000 and was named after the horrific 1947 unsolved murder of actress Elizabeth Smart.
Following a series of indie EPs, the band joined with their long-standing label Metal Blade Records, which issued all nine of the Black Dahlia Murder’s studio albums, including 2020s Verminous. Strnad’s death was also confirmed by Metal Blade Records on Wednesday.
As word of Strnad’s passing spread, several members of the metal world paid respect to the singer on social media on Wednesday.
At the time of Strnad’s death, the death metal band had plans to tour later this year, including a May 20 gig as part of Daytona Beach, Florida’s Welcome to Rockville Festival.
