Liverpool band killed in tragic car accident on way to Californian concert, label say

Musicians Stephen Fitzpatrick and Audun Laading died along their tour manager Trevor Englebrektson, a statement by Heist or Hit said. They had been traveling to a show in Santa Ana, Californian on Wednesday when they were involved in the accident. The statement said: “We are all heartbroken. Their energy, vibrancy and talent came to define our label. As humans, they were warm, gentle and hilarious. Each time they stopped by the office made for an uplifting experience.”

 

“As humans, they were warm, gentle and hilarious. Each time they stopped by the office made for an uplifting experience.”

The group had just performed in Phoenix, Arizona, and were making the 350 mile trip up to Californian.

Local reports suggest four were killed after a vehicle went down the wrong way on the Interstate 10 before crashing into the band’s van.

Police could not confirm the identities of those killed.

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The label’s statement added: “To say they were close would be an underestimation of a friendship that was genuinely beautiful to witness; they loved one another like brothers.

“Musically, Her’s were astonishing. An aptitude for melody, fun, and entertainment combined with a complexity that was as sophisticated as it was stylish.

“They were in America playing to thousands of adoring fans. Fans they made a point of meeting and spending time with, such was their passion and humbleness. The world was at their feet.”

Stephen and Audun met while studying at the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts.

The band’s death evoked memories of 2016 and a similarly devastating crash which claimed the lives of group Viola Beach.

Her’s fans took to social media to share their sadness at the news.

One said: “This is awful, I’m heartbroken. Such talented guys. Thoughts with their family and friends right now.”

Another commented: “Such awful awful news. Always put on a great show and could tell how much they loved this music and each other. All the love to you all.”

One fan wrote: “Love to their families. Such heartbreaking news. An incredible talent.”

Her’s released their debut album last year entitled ‘Invitation to Her’s’.

They were on their second tour of North America and had 19 dates scheduled.

Mick Scholefield, Martin Colclough and Patrick Fogarty are from Her’s’ label and said everyone was “overwhelmed and distraught”.

source: express.co.uk