Tim Feerick, the bassist of the popular rock band Dance Gavin Dance, died by suicide on November 30, 2017, at the age of 34. He was found unconscious in his car in the garage of his home in Sacramento, California, with a hosepipe attached to the exhaust. He had inhaled a lethal amount of carbon monoxide, which was the medical cause of his death. In this article, we will explore his life, career, and the mystery behind his death.
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A Passionate and Talented Bassist
Tim Feerick was born in London on September 8, 1957. He developed a passion for music at a young age and learned to play the bass guitar. He joined the National Youth Theatre and studied drama at the Guildford School of Acting, but his main focus was on his musical career. He moved to Sacramento, California, in 2009, where he met the members of Dance Gavin Dance, a post-hardcore band that blended elements of screamo, jazz, punk, and funk. He became their touring bassist and later joined the band officially in 2013.
Feerick played on five of the band’s studio albums, including Downtown Battle Mountain II (2011), Acceptance Speech (2013), Instant Gratification (2015), Mothership (2016), and Afterburner (2020). He also performed at various festivals and tours, such as Swanfest, Warped Tour, and When We Were Young. He was known for his versatility and skill, as well as his energetic and charismatic stage presence. He was well-liked and respected by his bandmates and fans, who praised him as a “wonderful, warm, witty, humble, and generous” person.
A Shocking and Unexplained Suicide
Tim Feerick’s death came as a shock to everyone who knew him, as he had shown no signs of depression or mental health issues. He had been working on a script for a new play and had been in contact with his wife and agent on the day of his death. He had also booked a holiday with his family and had plans to see his friends. He left no note or message to explain his actions.
His wife, who was not named in the media, was the one who discovered his body, after returning home from a shopping trip. She called the emergency services and tried to resuscitate him, but it was too late. She said she was “extremely shocked” by what happened and that she had “no idea he was capable of what he did”.
An inquest into his death was held in February 2018, where the coroner ruled that it was a suicide. He said that there was no evidence to indicate why Feerick took his own life, but that he had made a “deliberate act” and that he knew his wife and son were not at home.
A Sad and Unforgettable Loss
Tim Feerick’s death left a huge void in the lives of his family, friends, and colleagues, who paid tribute to him as a talented and loved musician. His band, Dance Gavin Dance, announced his death on social media and asked for privacy and respect. They also canceled their upcoming tour dates and Swanfest, which they were supposed to headline on April 23, 2018.
Feerick’s fans also mourned his loss and expressed their condolences and support to his family and band. Many of them shared their memories and appreciation of his music and personality, and some even organized a candlelight vigil at the Afterburner mural in Sacramento, where they played his songs and honored his legacy.
Tim Feerick was a passionate and talented bassist, who had a successful and diverse career. He was also a loving and devoted husband and father, who cherished his family. He will be remembered as a kind and gentle soul, who touched many hearts with his music and presence.
Sources: According to The New York Post, according to People, according to IMDb.
