Tyson Curtis Stevens, the frontman of now-defunct post-hardcore outfit Scary Kids Scaring Kids and consequent outfit Coma Prevail, has been found dead at the age of 29.
Alternative Press originally broke the news, citing anonymous sources who told the outlet Stevens' body had been found by his girlfriend, Sabrina Amber, on Tuesday morning (US time). This has now been confirmed in light of her heartfelt in-memoriam post to Stevens' Facebook wall today (AEST) — the first official verification of the singer's passing following a growing response on social media to AP's original news from fans, friends and peers.
Stevens' new band, Coma Prevail, have also confirmed the news on Facebook, saying simply, "Unfortunately the rumours are true," and indicating further details would follow once the family has had sufficient time to grieve.
There are no details yet as to the circumstances surrounding Stevens' death, other than that he appears to have passed in his sleep. The singer had celebrated his 29th birthday on September 29.
See Amber's post and other tributes from social media below.
Sad to hear about Tyson Stevens passing:( Such an incredible & uncanny frontman.. and always kind. Thoughts are with the @ScaryKids family
— Dustin Hook (@DustinHook) October 21, 2014
Never easy to hear an old friend has passed, no matter how long it's been. Rest easy, Tyson Stevens. You were a sweetheart. #RIPTysonStevens
— Andrew Cook (@andrewtothemoon) October 21, 2014
Got off stage tonight to find out my friend Tyson Stevens died today. RIP man, you left us too soon.
— Ryan Seaman (@ryanseaman) October 22, 2014
Watch the clip for the band's track Faces, taken from 2007's self-titled sophomore album, here.
