Country music star Todd Snider has died at the age of 59 after suffering “severe injuries” in an alleged assault.
The artist’s team confirmed he had passed away on Friday, November 14, having been transported to hospital in the wake of the incident.
They shared in a statement: “Aimless, Inc. Headquarters is heartbroken to share that our Founder, our Folk Hero, our Poet of the World, our Vice President of the Abrupt Change Dept., the Storyteller, our beloved Todd Daniel Snider has departed this world.
“Where do we find the words for the one who always had the right words, who knew how to distill everything down to its essence with words and song while delivering the most devastating, hilarious, and impactful turn of phrases?”
Originally from Oregon, Snider relocated to Nashville in the 1990s to study under the likes of Jimmy Buffett, Billy Joe Shaver, and other leading stars.
His 2004 album, Eat Nashville Skyline, was considered a vital part of the foundation in the development of alt-country and Americana music.
Earlier this month, Snider was arrested in Salt Lake City on charges of disorderly conduct, threat of violence and trespassing. He was released hours later and transported to hospital to be treated for injuries.
The 59-year-old announced shortly afterwards that his High, Lonesome and Then Some Tour had been canceled, claiming on social media that he had been the “victim of a violent assault”.
“We are heartbroken to announce the cancellation of the High, Lonesome and Then Some 2025 Tour dates,” the statement read.
“Ahead of Todd Snider’s show in Salt Lake City, Todd sustained severe injuries as the victim of a violent assault outside of his hotel.
“Todd will be unable to perform for an underdetermined amount of time. We deeply apologize for the cancellation and any inconvenience it causes.
‘We appreciate your understanding as Todd receives needed medical treatment. We hope to have more information on new dates soon.”
Another worrying update came on November 14, when people close to Snider told fans that he had been diagnosed with walking pneumonia, which started when he “began having trouble breathing” after being discharged from the hospital.
“Right now we’re asking everyone who loves Todd to hold him in your thoughts in whatever way feels right to you,” the statement read.
“Say a prayer, light a candle, roll one up, send strength, or just keep him close in your heart. You’ve carried him through so much over the years, and he needs that from all of us now more than ever.”
Rest in peace, Todd Snider.
