Country music star Todd Snider dies at 59 after being hospitalized in ‘violent assault’

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Originally from Oregon, Snider relocated to Nashville in the 1990s to study under the likes of Jimmy Buffett, Billy Joe Shaver, and other leading stars.

His 2004 album, Eat Nashville Skyline, was considered a vital part of the foundation in the development of alt-country and Americana music.

AUSTIN, TEXAS – AUGUST 29: Todd Snider performs in concert, opening for Robert Earl Keen at ACL Live on August 29, 2022 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Gary Miller/Getty Images)

Earlier this month, Snider was arrested in Salt Lake City on charges of disorderly conduct, threat of violence and trespassing. He was released hours later and transported to hospital to be treated for injuries.

The 59-year-old announced shortly afterwards that his High, Lonesome and Then Some Tour had been canceled, claiming on social media that he had been the “victim of a violent assault”.

“We are heartbroken to announce the cancellation of the High, Lonesome and Then Some 2025 Tour dates,” the statement read.

“Ahead of Todd Snider’s show in Salt Lake City, Todd sustained severe injuries as the victim of a violent assault outside of his hotel.

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