Sparklehorse singer Mark Linkous has committed suicide

by on March 07, 2010 | 1 Comment

Mark Linkous, the singer, songwriter and instrumentalist for Sparklehorse, has committed suicide.

His family released a statement saying:

“It is with great sadness that we share the news that our dear friend and family member, Mark Linkous, took his own life today. We are thankful for his time with us and will hold him forever in our hearts. May his journey be peaceful, happy and free. There’s a heaven and there’s a star for you.”

According to Wikipedia:

Linkous committed suicide with a gunshot to the heart outside a friend’s house in Knoxville, Tennesee on March 6, 2010.

So sad. May he rest in peace.

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  • joe mama

    Sorry to hear the news . As my friend put it. I hate to see anyone creative die. there are alot of other people that do alot more evil that deserve to die. Even though I really don't know his music. It is still sad . God rest his soul.