The Black Dahlia Murder frontman Trevor Strnad dead at 41 & the rock band pens emotional message on their ‘deep sadness’
THE Black Dahlia Murder announced the death of lead singer Trevor Strnad on social media on Wednesday. He was 41 when he died. The band put out a message on Facebook on Wednesday, confirming the tragic news. It reads: “It is with deep sadness that we announced the passing of Trevor Scott Strnad. “Beloved son, […]
THE Black Dahlia Murder announced the death of lead singer Trevor Strnad on social media on Wednesday.
He was 41 when he died.
The band put out a message on Facebook on Wednesday, confirming the tragic news.
It reads: “It is with deep sadness that we announced the passing of Trevor Scott Strnad.
“Beloved son, brother, and Shepard of good times, he was loved by all that met him.
“A walking encyclopedia of all things music. He was a hugger, a writer and truly one of the world’s greatest entertainers.”
The statement continued: “His lyrics provided the world with stories and spells and horror and whimsy.
“It was his life to be your show.”
No cause of death for Trevor has been announced.
The band included a phone number for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline in its statement.
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Following his death, tributes from fans and peers in the music industry and beyond showed support online.
TOUCHING TRIBUTES
Mike Portnoy tweeted: “Absolutely shocked to hear of the passing of @trevorTBDM of @bdmmetal Trevor was part of the @metalallegiance family having sung on our song The Accuser as well as joining us for shows in 2018 & 2019 My deepest condolences to his bandmates, friends & family #RIPTrevorStrnad.”
Riki Rachtman tweeted: “I have felt so low before. I bet you have as well. So tragic to hear about #TrevorStrnad please if u r hurting if you ever think suicide is an option Please please call 800-273-8255 #SuicidePrevention.”
Another fan tweeted: “Horribly sad news regarding #trevorstrnad of the brilliant #blackdahliamurder #restinpeace.”
Mike McKenna wrote on Twitter: “RIP @TrevorTBDM One of my all-time faves. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255.”
Gimme Metal Radio tweeted: “We at Gimme are beyond shocked and saddened by the news of the passing of Trevor Strnad. Always effusive, stoked about everything, friendly, and giving, it’s inconceivable that we’re even writing these words right now, but we are.
“Our hearts go out to his bandmates, family & fans.”
A fan tweeted: “Rest in Power Trevor Strnad. Our hearts go out to the @bdmmetal camp and Trevor’s friends & family.”
TREVOR’S FINAL POST
The musician was active on social media leading up to his death.
His final post on Instagram came three days before he passed.
It was a photo of him and his partner Violet Knox.
He also shared a post to his Instagram Story, originally shared by her.
The post read: “What if we kissed and we both were sewer rats.”
She captioned the post: “oh look it’s me and @trevorbdm.”
ABOUT THE BAND
The Black Dahlia Murder formed in 2001.
They released their debut EP that year, titled What a Horrible Night to Have a Curse.
They went on to put out nine full-length studio albums.
The band released Verminous – their most recent album – in 2020.
It was highly reviewed by critics and beloved by fans.
You're not alone
SUICIDE is the 10th leading cause of death in the US, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Leading Causes of Death Report from 2018.
There were “more than two and half times as many suicides” in the US than there were homicides, according to the report.
For people ages 10 and 34, suicide was the “second leading cause of death” and the fourth for individuals ages 35 to 54.
Suicide is a vital health concern in the U.S. It affects all genders, races and ages.
This is why The-Sun.com launched the You’re Not Alone campaign.
The campaign calls on readers to discuss their mental health issues with their family, friends and health professionals. We can all pitch in to help out others who may be suffering and help save lives.
If you are struggling to cope, you are not alone. There are many free and confidential programs in the US aimed to help those who are struggling with their mental health.
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health problems, these organizations are here to provide support:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org, 1-800-273-TALK
- Crisis Text Line, www.crisistextline.org, Text HOME to 741741
- Veterans Crisis Hotline, www.veteranscrisisline.net, 1-800-273-8255
- Trevor Project, www.thetrevorproject.org, 1-866-488-7386