Daniel Johnston

On September 11, 2019, American singer-songwriter Daniel Johnston died at age 58 of a supposed heart attack. Johnston was an influential musician in the worlds of outsider music, alternative/indie rock, and lo-fi. He had a strong cult following, especially after Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain wore a T-shirt with artwork from Johnston's 1983 album, Hi How Are You.

During his life, Johnston had spent extended periods in psychiatric institutions, and was diagnosed with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

In July 2017, Johnston announced he was retiring from live performances, and went on a five-tour date that fall. The stops on that tour were New Orleans, Philadelphia, Chicago, Portland, and Vancouver.

On September 11, 2019, Johnston died at his home of a heart attack.