other The Flaming Lips collaborator Nell Smith has died, aged 17

[Cpvr]

Nell Smith, the young musician who had collaborated with The Flaming Lips, has died at the age of 17.

Smith’s death was confirmed and announced by Cocteau Twins‘ Simon Raymonde on social media. Raymonde’s Bella Union label had signed Smith, and was due to issue her debut album next year.

Raymonde wrote on social media: “We are all shocked and devastated to hear of the sudden and tragic passing of our artist and dear friend Nell Smith, over the weekend in British Columbia. Nell was just 17 and was preparing for the release of her first solo record in early 2025 on Bella Union, made in Brighton with Penelope Isles’ Jack and Lily Wolter.”

While Raymonde did not share a cause of death, The Flaming Lips’ Wayne Coyne remembered the young musician during their Portland show last night (October 7) shared onstage that “she was killed in a car accident.”

Coyne said in between tears before ‘Everything Has Changed’: “We have a very sad announcement to make tonight. We have a Canadian friend, her name is Nell. We recorded an amazing album with her three years ago, an album full of songs by Nick Cave. We have some very sad messages today – she was killed in a car accident last night (October 6). We are reminded once again of the power of music and how encouraging it can be to be around people that you love.”

Source: https://www.nme.com/news/music/the-flaming-lips-collaborator-nell-smith-has-died-aged-17-3800422

 

[Reelz]

That's a Tragic loss because she’s way too young. Condolences to her family, friends, and fans. Her music will surely live on and it’ll continue to inspire others as well.

 

[Harsh World]

Her career never even started.

Hopefully, it wasn't a preventable accident.

 

[ActionAce]

Nell Smith's passing will definitely leaves a void in the music world. Her debut album, slated for 2025, will serve as a remembrance. This is really a tragic moment. I wish are music will continue to touch hearts and inspire young artists..

 

[Ashake]

It's a pity that Nell Smith passed away at such a young age. It's so sad! This loss reminds us again and again to care for new talents and appreciate the efforts that they put into their work, no matter how young they may be.

 

[Dead2009]

I have no idea who this is

 

[Harsh World]

I have no idea who this is

Me either.

As a parent, stories like this just serve as a teaching tool to reinforce safe driving habits, especially since you can't drive a car here until 18. So, my daughter will likely get a street bike (125-250cc) at 16 instead, which is even more dangerous.