Ann Everton of Darsombra Has Died Following an Accident on Tour, a GoFundMe Has Been Launched


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Terrible news to share that one of the underground’s brightest lights has been extinguished. According to a report by our friends at The Obelisk, Ann Everton, the synthesizer player, vocalist, percussionist, and visual artist and half the heart of Darsombra, has died. Few details have emerged, but apparently, while on tour and driving between two cities were involved in an accident. Ann did not survive. Ann’s husband Brian Daniloski (ex-Meatjack) is apparently OK. You can read a post from Brian, his brother Jason, who shared the initial news on social media. The outpouring of kind words from the community and the generosity of those supporting the GoFundMe (donate below) has been the only solace on this wound. Ann was a kind, wonderful soul and an incredible artist and performer. The band played their own brand of self-described Transapocalyptic Galaxy Rock. Fiercely DIY and self-contained as a band, Darsombra was a sight to behold live, and their merch game was better than most major label bands.  Ghost Cult has been lucky enough to cover the band in every corner of the world where we have a presence. We interviewed Ann and Brian for their latest album Dumesday Book, and it was a ton of fun. RIP Ann. Continue reading


Carlos “Dirty” Arboleda, Guitarist from Hypoxia Has Died, a GoFundMe Has Been Launched


Sad news to report from this past weekend as Carlos “Dirty” Arboleda, longtime guitarist of New York City Death Metal act Hypoxia, has died. Carlos succumbed to his battle with spinal, lung, and brain cancer. on August 9th, 2025. In addition to Hypoxia, Carlos was a past member of Equimanthorn, Secrecy, Cerebral Hemorrhage, Non Eternal, Aether, and more. A gofundme has been launched to support his family. Please donate if you can.RIPCarlos. Continue reading


A GoFundMe Has Been Launched for Nicole Garrett, Wife of Nathan Garrett (Spirit Adrift, ex-Gatecreeper, Neon Nightmare) in Her Battle with Stomach Cancer


Rough news as the wife of Nathan Garrett (Spirit Adrift ex Gatecreeper, Neon Nightmare), Nicole, is fighting stomach cancer. Nate has created a GoFundMe to help manage the financial difficulties they are facing. Nate is also selling his non-essential gear. Please donate if you can! Continue reading


A GoFundMe Has Been Launched for Amigo The Devil After He Suffered a Devastating House Fire


Terrible news as a friend to Ghost Cult and frequent interview subject, Amigo The Devil, a.k.a. Danny Kiranos, suffered a devastating house fire. In addition to a total loss on the house, Danny lost his entire collection of art, unpublished lyrics and songs, and a lifetime of family heirlooms and keepsakes. A GoFundMe has been launched, and although money can’t replace or make up for the loss, it helps get situated and keeping on. His latest album Yours Until The War is Over, was released in 2024, via Danny’s own Liar’s Club Records. Please donate at the link below if you can, and if you cannot, please stream or purchase music.

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Dropout Kings Singer Adam Ramey Has Died, A GoFundMe Has Been Shared For His Family


Adam Ramey, vocalist of Arizona Nu Metal band Dropout Kings, has died. He was 33. No cause of death has been revealed. The band broke the news on social media and remembered their fallen friend for his passion for music and his family. The band was set to tour Europe this summer. A GoFundMe to support his wife and son has been made live and you can donate at the link below, as well as read a remembrance of Adam. RIP. Continue reading


A GoFundMe Campaign Has Been Launched for Oakland Metal Club Eli’s Mile High


One of the most vital clubs to the Bay Area metal scene today is Eli’s Mile High. The club has recently come under fire due to new zoning laws in Oakland that have forced them to close their patio, reduce staff, and scramble to fund the business. A GoFundMe has been launched to raise money and already 644 people have donated toward the cause. One donor is Billy Joe Armstrong of Green Day, a booster in the Oakland area of businesses and a small business owner himself. The fundraiser page reads: “We are reaching out to our beloved community for help with supporting this historic venue through recently imposed city restrictions and zoning issues on its ability to ‘Make Fun Easy’ and reopen the Eli’s patio.” Please donate if you can I’m we cannot lose this club. Continue reading


A GoFundMe Has Been Launched for the Late Trent Brash, The Son of Josh Freeman of There’s Only One Elvis


According to a post from our friend Mark’s Metal Minute, A GoFundMe campaign has been launched for Trent Alexander Brash, the son of extreme metal solo artist Josh Freeman, who puts out music via the moniker There’s Only One Elvis. We are deeply saddened to learn of the sudden loss of his child Trent and the fundraiser will support his funeral services and care for Raven, his beloved cat. If you can help with a donation, or even a share, we’d appreciated.Continue reading


A GoFundMe Has Been Launched for Jeffrey Nothing (ex-Mushroomhead) in His Fight Against Cancer


Former Mushroomhead singer Jeffrey Nothing aka Jeffrey Hatrix has revealed he is battling cancer. His daughter Mea Hatrix created a GoFundMe for her father, just a few months after she lost her mother to cancer coincidently. The GoFundMe also indicates Jeffrey will have to stop working during his treatment. The fundraiser has a goal of $20,000 and has already raised nearly $11,000. Click the link below to view the GoFundMe.Continue reading


A GoFundMe Has Been Launched to Help Karyn Crisis with Her Ongoing Medical Issues


Sad news as Extreme Music legend Karyn Crisis (Crisis, Gospel of The Witches) has launched  a GoFundMe to help with her debilitating health issues of the last few years. The funds raised will go towards physical therapy and caregiver assistance. Karyn is not just a musical hero to many, but she has spent a lot of her time helping and healing many others through her research, seminars, books, and private training. Let’s band together and help her now! Hit the link below to donate and buy some of her wares from her store and hear about her struggles. Continue reading