Smash Mouth Frontman Steve Harwell Passes Away at 56
In a tragic turn of events, Steve Harwell, the former lead singer of the popular band Smash Mouth, passed away at the age of 56. The news was confirmed by a representative from CBS News. Harwell, best known for the band’s iconic 1999 hit “All Star,” had been in hospice care prior to his death, according to representative Robert Hayes. The cause of his passing was acute liver failure.
Hayes expressed that Harwell was surrounded by loved ones and peacefully departed this world. The talented artist retired from Smash Mouth in 2021, while the band carries on with their new vocalist, Zach Goode. With over 10 million albums sold globally, Smash Mouth has achieved remarkable success, including a Grammy nomination, five Top 40 singles, and multiple number one hits. Their albums “Fush Yu Mang” (1997) and “Astro Lounge” (1999), which features “All Star,” went platinum.
Smash Mouth’s popularity skyrocketed with their breakout hit “Walkin’ on the Sun” and their cover of the Monkees’ classic, “I’m a Believer,” both amassing millions of streams. However, it was the infectious nature of “All Star” that forever linked Harwell and Smash Mouth, especially as the song gained further recognition through its appearance on the “Shrek” movie soundtrack in 2001.
In an interview with Rolling Stone in 2019, Harwell expressed his belief that no other artist could have sung “All Star” the way he did. He felt that the song wouldn’t have reached its current iconic status if performed by any other band. Harwell had previously battled cardiomyopathy, a type of heart disease.
Harwell’s final resting place will be in San Jose, California, following his cremation in Boise. Hayes highlighted Harwell’s unique qualities, describing him as someone with irresistible charm, fearlessly reckless ambition, and an immense spirit. Harwell truly lived life to the fullest, leaving a lasting impact on the world.
Smash Mouth took to X, the formerly known social media platform Twitter, to express their condolences and celebrate Harwell’s legacy. In their post, they hailed Harwell as a true American original, a larger-than-life character who ascended like a soaring firework. They commended his unwavering dedication and determination to achieve pop stardom, emphasizing that he reached for the stars and hit the mark. May he rest in peace.
Stephen Smith, a senior editor for CBSNews.com, reported on the tragic news of Steve Harwell’s untimely passing.
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