Todd Snider’s Early Life:
Singer-songwriter Todd Snider, who was involved in many well reported incidents last month, passed away at the age of 59. According to Variety, the creator of “Alright Guy” died under unclear circumstances. After the information was shared on his social media platforms, his friends confirmed it. Last month, he had to postpone his tour after being attacked and arrested.
Less than a day before, Todd Snider’s Facebook page had a note that said, “We have some heartbreaking news to share.” After returning home last week, Todd Snider began experiencing breathing issues and was admitted to a hospital in Hendersonville, Tennessee. His doctors discovered that he had silent pneumonia, which had not been treated. Our beloved brother has been moved for more care due to his declining health.
His care team and closest family members are by his side, doing everything they can. We respectfully request that everyone who loves Todd remember him in a way that works for them. Pray, light or roll a candle, send him strength, or simply hold him close to your heart. Because you have helped him so much throughout the years, he needs all of us more than ever.
Earlier this month, Todd Snider had to postpone his “High, Lonesome and Then Some” tour because of “serious injuries” from a “violent assault.” The singer-songwriter was attacked outside his hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah.
On November 3, Snider’s crew announced that “Todd suffered severe injuries following a violent assault outside his hotel.” It will be a long time before Todd is able to perform. We appreciate your patience as Todd receives the required medical care.
Days after the alleged assault, he was arrested for a disturbance, according to Fox station KSTU-TV.
According to later police body-cam data, Snider was required to inform the authorities that he wasn’t homeless at the time of the arrest.
Officers were summoned to a disturbance involving a man who hospital staff described as “loud,” “obnoxious,” and allegedly threatening to “kick” an employee (using profanity).
“I can’t wait to tell you my story,” Snider shouted while being handcuffed by the officers.
He was charged with disorderly behavior, violent threats, and criminal trespassing.
Snider’s 2004 album “East Nashville Skyline” is considered a must-listen in the alt-country canon. According to Rolling Stone, he recorded songs with artists including Gary Allan, Mark Chesnutt, Loretta Lynn, and Tom Jones, and he released multiple albums on John Prine’s independent company, Oh Boy Records.