The British band Her’s faced an unimaginable end during their 19-stop U.S. tour in 2019. Stephen Fitzpatrick (24), Audun Laading (25), and tour manager Trevor Engelbrektson lost their lives in a tragic car accident in Arizona. En route to California, their van collided with another vehicle traveling in the wrong direction, resulting in a fatal fiery crash that claimed all occupants’ lives.
Authorities reported no signs of braking from either vehicle, discovering an alcoholic beverage container at the scene, though alcohol’s involvement remained unconfirmed. The devastating incident shook fans, leaving them grieving, while the band’s label mourned the vibrant talent and energy the trio exuded.
Despite their untimely departure, Her’s fans transformed the band’s Instagram into a heartfelt tribute, mourning the duo’s inability to witness their music’s posthumous success. The band’s legacy endures, cherished by fans who recall their passion, humility, and profound impact on the indie music landscape.
Her’s, an indie rock sensation from Liverpool, formed by Stephen Fitzpatrick and Audun Laading, captivated audiences from 2015 to 2019. Their album “Songs of Her’s” in 2017 and the studio release “Invitation to Her’s” in 2018 earned them recognition. Sadly, the trio’s lives were cut short during their U.S. tour in a tragic collision in Arizona. Their label, Heist or Hit Records, mourned their irreplaceable energy and talent, immortalizing their contribution to indie rock.
