Hawthorne Heights [RIP]

[beautyfr.pain]

Hmm, I thought there was already a thread for them, but I guess not...

Yesterday, they're rhythm guitarist and screamer Casey Calvert died in his sleep.

[taken from their official website and blog]

Today is probably the worst day ever. Its with our deepest regrets that we have to write this. Casey Calvert passed away in his sleep last night. We found out this afternoon before sound-check. We've spent the entire day trying to come to grips with this and figure out as much as possible. At this time we're not sure what exactly happened. Just last night he was joking around with everyone before he went to bed. We can say with absolute certainty that he was not doing anything illegal. Please, out of respect to Casey and his family, don't contribute or succumb to any gossip you may hear. We don't want his memory to be tainted in the least. Casey was our best friend. He was quirky and awesome and there will truly be no others like him! His loss is unexplainable. As soon as we know more we will let you know.

Sincerely,

Hawthorne Heights

Eron, JT, Micah and Matt

People seem to enjoy bashing Hawthorne Heights, but they have a special place in my heart because they were my first band in a way, and anyone dying is sad. He was married too, so not only does the band, his family, and his fans suffer, but his wife does too. Keep him in your prayers. :]

[Consonant***]

Just stop now. thx.

[beautyfr.pain]

Wow. that was a really low and unnecessary comment

[Empy]

CK, that comment was uncalled for. This is very sad and although I'm not totally familiar with the band, I am very sorry for their loss. I hope that their fans give them the support that they need now.

[Dutchy]

omg I liked a few of their songs I'm sorry to hear this

[Bring Me The DISTANTxHORIZON]

I wonder what killed him. Clearly not what charlie said...

I didn't really like /them/, but a few of their songs were alright

badluck to them since he was the most talented in the band and to his family

[West]

Yeah, I heard this happened this morning on MTV news. It is sad.

[Astronomy]

It's a shame, I really liked Hawthore Heights. I hope they'll continue to make music.

[TML]

Awww man. Even though I may be late by a couple of months. I feel sorry for his family, friends, and wife.
They are [were] such a great band.

[o8jedi]

"Unexpected, this is. And unfortunate."

--Yoda, Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi--

[beautyfr.pain]

AHMYGOSH.

Hawthorne Heights is going on tour with Linkin Park at Projekt Revolution '08.
Linkin Park is actually my most favorite band and it's sort of always been a dream of mine that they'd tour together, but I never thought it'd happen considering their different sounds, but the point of PR is to bring together various bands/artists.

I wonder how they perform now without Casey...=/ I guess I'll go youtube Bamboozle '08 videos and find out. :]

[Chibi Chan-o]

I've never listened to this band but this sounds depressing....