Her’s was an indie rock band from Liverpool, England composed of English guitarist and singer Stephen Fitzpatrick and Norwegian bassist and backing vocalist Audun Laading.
They released a compilation album, Songs of Her’s, followed by a full-length studio album, Invitation to Her’s.
What Happened to the Band Her’s?
The members of the British band Hers, Stephen Fitzpatrick (age 24) and Audun Laading (age 25), as well as their tour manager Trevor Engelbrektson, met a tragic end in an Arizona car accident in 2019. During a 19-stop tour of the United States, the tour manager’s van collided with another vehicle traveling the incorrect way as the trio was traveling to California.
All three band members and the driver of the other vehicle perished in the ensuing fiery crash. Although it wasn’t confirmed if alcohol played a role, the authorities stated that there was no indication of either vehicle braking and that an alcoholic beverage container was discovered at the scene.
Fans were devastated by the tragic incident, and the band’s label expressed their deep sorrow while highlighting the band’s talent, vitality, and energy. Her’s fans have created a tribute page on the band’s Instagram despite the sudden death.
The band’s music endures, and both new and seasoned fans alike lament that Her’s was not able to experience the success that their music has since achieved after his passing. Fans of the duo still cherish Her’s legacy because of their passion, humility, and impact on the indie music scene.
Band Her’s
Liverpool, England-based indie rock group Her’s performed between 2015 and 2019. The two performers were Norwegian bassist and backing vocalist Audun Laading and English guitarist and singer Stephen Fitzpatrick. Their 2017 compilation album “Songs of Her’s” brought them fame, and in 2018 they released “Invitation to Her’s,” their first full-length studio album.
Sadly, both band members and their tour manager perished in an Arizona traffic accident in 2019 while on a U.S. tour. The label, Heist or Hit Records, released a statement expressing its profound sadness over the passing, saying that Her’s had “energy, vibrancy, and talent” that had defined the label. The band made a substantial contribution to the indie rock scene, and their legacy is preserved in their music.
Band Her’s Music Journey
The gifted duo behind Her’s, Stephen Fitzpatrick and Audun Laading, met at the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, where they completed three-year music degrees in 2016 and were awarded their degrees by Paul McCartney himself.
Their friendship and musical partnership began when they played in the rhythm section of another Liverpool band, “The Sundogs.” The two formed Her’s in 2015 while still students, initially creating the band for fun, making comedic music videos around Liverpool and sharing them on YouTube.
During their time as students in 2015, the two formed Her’s. Initially, they did it for fun, filming humorous music videos around Liverpool and uploading them to YouTube. On April 7, 2016, their first song, “Dorothy,” was released, signaling the start of their musical career. The band gained recognition for their skill at fusing different genres, alternating between catchy slacker-rock and low-fidelity bedroom pop.
They gained praise for their compilation “Songs of Her’s,” which they released in 2017. 2018 saw the release of their full-length debut album, “Invitation to Her’s,” which demonstrated their range. Popular songs from the album, such as “Harvey,” have received over 69 million Spotify plays.
In 2019, Stephen and Audun tragically perished in a car accident, leaving behind an incredible legacy. One of the band’s last live performances of an unreleased song, “Some Nights,” is a moving reminder of their musical genius.
Band Her’s Members
| Band Member | Role | Place of Origin |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen Fitzpatrick | Lead Vocals, Guitar, Drums | Barrow-in-Furness, England |
| Audun Laading | Bass Guitar, Backing Vocals | Flekkerøy, Kristiansand, Norway |
Band Her’s Discography
Title: Invitation to Her’s
Released: 24 August 2018
Label: Heist or Hit
Formats: CD, digital download, vinyl
Compilation Albums
Title: Songs of Her’s
Released: 12 May 2017
Label: Heist or Hit
Formats: CD, digital download, vinyl
Singles
| Title | Year | Album |
|---|---|---|
| Dorothy/What Once Was | 2016 | Songs of Her’s |
| Marcel | 2017 | Songs of Her’s |
| Speed Racer | 2017 | Songs of Her’s |
| I’ll Try | 2017 | Songs of Her’s |
| Loving You | N/A | Non-album single |
| Love on the Line | 2018 | Invitation to Her’s |
| Low Beam | 2018 | Invitation to Her’s |
| Harvey | 2018 | Invitation to Her’s |
| Under Wraps | 2018 | Invitation to Her’s |
Music Videos
| Year | Title | Director |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Speed Racer | Samuel O’Brien |
| 2018 | Under Wraps | Jorge A. Ramos |
| 2019 | Harvey | James Embrey |
| 2019 | She Needs Him | Sébastien Séjourné |
| 2020 | Marcel | Camille Laading |
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