Yesterday, the metal world had its foundation shaken upon learning that Trevor Strnad, vocalist of Michigan death metal band The Black Dahlia Murder, had died at the age of 41. Now, the band’s guitarist Brandon Ellis and drummer Alan Cassidy have posted tributes to Trevor on social media.
Ellis posted the following to his Instagram:
“I can not even begin to process this… In total shock and disbelief. It has been my greatest honor to spend the last six and a half years in a band with this absolute icon and legend. A brother. A best friend. One of the funniest and most entertaining people to walk the earth. The life of the party that is The Black Dahlia Murder, as well as any given room he happens to occupy. A lyrical mastermind. A champion of the entire culture of heavy music. Also my biggest supporter. This man changed my life and believed in me more than I do myself. I can not believe there will be no more laughs had, songs written together, or stages decimated with Trevor at the helm. I hope he knew how much he was loved the world over.
Rest in peace Trevor
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Cassidy, meanwhile, tweeted the following:
“I love you @TrevorTBDM you were always my biggest cheerleeder. You were my older brother I never had. I love that you always let everyone know you loved them and cared about them. I’ll miss you forever til we meet again.I hate living without you and knowing you’re not here.
“This doesn’t feel real and I hate this.”
Everyone at MetalSucks sends their heart out to Brandon, Alan, Brian and Max during this difficult time.
If you or anyone you love is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255. Please know: you are not alone.