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Matt Kwasniewski-Kelvin, a founding guitarist of Black Midi, has died aged 26, prompting tributes from the band, label, and fans amid discussions of mental health.
Rough Trade extended its condolences, recognizing Kwasniewski-Kelvin as an incredibly talented musician who will be truly missed.
Kwasniewski-Kelvin left Black Midi in 2021 due to mental health difficulties; the band publicly backed his recovery at the time.

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Matt Kwasniewski-Kelvin, a Brit School-educated guitarist, died at 26 after a long mental health battle.
He helped form the experimental rock band Black Midi in 2017.
His father urged fans to check in on loved ones to prevent more tragedies.
Rough Trade Records offered condolences and highlighted Matt's talent.
The statement encouraged reaching out to charities such as Mind, CALM, and Samaritans.
Black Midi were connected to Brixton Windmill and released music through Speedy Underground and Rough Trade.
Matt left Black Midi before their second album Cavalcade, but still contributed to the project.
Tributes poured in from Brixton Windmill and supporters on social media.
The Daily Star notes the broader call for mental health awareness and support services.
The article confirms Matt’s role as a founding member of Black Midi and his influence on the band’s early days.

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Matt Kwasniewski-Kelvin, guitarist of Black Midi, dies at 26, prompting tributes from the music community and renewing attention to mental health.
A family statement disclosed a long battle with mental health as the cause of death, underscoring mental health concerns in the industry.
Tributes from peers and fans, including BBC 6Music's Mary Anne Hobbs, highlighted his talent and described him as a 'beautiful genius'.
Kwasniewski-Kelvin had left Black Midi in 2021 to focus on his mental health, with ongoing support from bandmates.
Black Midi continued as a trio and released two more albums (Cavalcade, Hell Fire) before taking a 2024 break with solo projects.
The article points readers to mental health resources such as Mind, CALM, and Samaritans for support.
Rough Trade Records and the band offered condolences and support to Kwasniewski-Kelvin’s family after his passing.
The piece traces Black Midi’s origins at BRIT School and their rise to prominence, including early gigs and debut releases.
The Independent's reporting recalled a 2020 scene piece describing Black Midi’s provocative, boundary-pushing live moments.

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