Famous singer Mojo Nixon, known for his hit “Elvis is Everywhere,” died on February 7. The singing sensation was aboard a singing cruise when he suffered a fatal health complication. The tragic death was first reported by Variety.
“Mojo Nixon, the alternative musician, actor and DJ, known for the 1987 breakthrough hit “Elvis Is Everywhere,” has died. He was 66 years old. “Nixon, whose real name is Neill Kirby McMillan Jr., was found dead today aboard the annual Outlaw Country cruise,” Variety wrote.
Nixon was 66 years old. Variety reports that the fiery Nixon passed away due to a heart problem just one day after his last performance.
“He was a regular presence both as a performer and as a co-host. He had performed just the night before. The cause was a cardiac event, according to his family,” Variety added.
The singer’s family reacts to his death
Nixon’s songs were different. But he resonated with his audience. His songs appeared in hit video games like Red Neck Rampage and were a staple on music television stations like MTV. In a statement following his sudden death, his family said: “How you live, this is how you should die,” in reaction to his passing.
“August 2, 1957 – February 7, 2024 Mojo Nixon. How you live is how you should die. Mojo Nixon was full speed, wide open, rock hard, rampaging, corner on two wheels + on fire. Passing after a hot show, a furious night, closing the bar, taking no prisoners + a good breakfast with bandmates and friends,” the statement reads.
“A cardiac event on the Outlaw Country Cruise is fine… and that’s how he did it, Mojo left the building. Since Elvis is everywhere, we know that he was waiting for him in the back alley. May heaven help us all.”
Mojo Nixon opens up about Zebra 123
Nixon was known for songs such as “Tie My Pecker to My Leg,” “Are You Drinking With Me Jesus” and “Love Me I’m a Liberal.”
Although he was born in North Carolina, he got his start in Denver with a band called Zebra 123. In a 2020 interview, he talked about how many had thought about the same concept of the band.
“A lot of people had the same idea at the same time,” he said. “I’m going to put down roots in the music and infuse it with the energy and excitement of punk rock.”
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Source: vcmp.edu.vn