/Rising Music Star , Known for Collaborating with The Flaming Lips, Dies at 17

Rising Music Star , Known for Collaborating with The Flaming Lips, Dies at 17


The passing of burgeoning musician Nell Smith has sent shock waves across the music industry and the public. Along with her grieving parents, famous artists have spoken out about her demise.At just 17 years old, musical star Nell Smith passed away in British Columbia on Saturday night, October 5.

She was on the brink of releasing her first solo record, made in Brighton, early next year (2025) via the independent record label Bella Union, and had already established a track record of success before she died.Taking to Instagram to express his shock and devastation over the late artist’s sudden death,

Bella Union co-owner and record producer Simon Raymonde posted pictures of Nell and penned a statement.The photos Simon shared were courtesy of Nell’s family and fellow famous musician Warren Ellis. One image showed a touching familial moment shared between Nell and her brother,