black midi's Matt has died

2026-01-12 by I AM NOT ZIG | 23 Comments
Matthew Kwasniewski-Kelvin, founding black midi member, has passed away. Rough Trade Records shared the sad news through an Instagram post, saying: "It is with deep sadness that we as a family regret to inform you that Matthew Kwasniewski-Kelvin has died after a long battle with his mental health." He was 26 years old.

In early 2021, Matt went on hiatus from the band for mental health reasons. Schlagenheim remains the only studio record that he was part of, essentially as a guitar player, but he also did vocals duties on "Years Ago".

If you are struggling with your mental health, please remember that you do not have to face it alone. Reaching out to trusted loved ones, such as friends or family members, can be an important first step. You may also find support through a range of mental health charities, including Mind, CALM, and Samaritans, which offer confidential advice, emotional support, and someone to talk to whenever you need it. These services are available to listen without judgment and can help you navigate difficult moments, whether you are in crisis or simply need reassurance and understanding.

More info: https://www.instagram.com/roughtraderecords/p/DTaf9tJiAoL/



Tagged: Black Midi

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JoyfulPlatypus
Staff Reviewer
January 12th 2026
1540 Comments


holy shit, that's awful. 26 is way too fucking young.

Dewinged
Emeritus
January 12th 2026
33195 Comments


Fucking hell, 26 years old. Rest in peace. Can't imagine what his family and friends are going through.

Hawks
Staff Reviewer
January 12th 2026
122957 Comments


RIP so hard, damn.

arthropod
January 12th 2026
3044 Comments


"died after a long battle with his mental health"

JoyfulPlatypus
Staff Reviewer
January 12th 2026
1540 Comments


@anthropod - I'd like to imagine most people can read between the lines on what they meant.

arthropod
January 12th 2026
3044 Comments


I don't think I've ever seen it put like this. As a human being, huge RIP. Such cases are always gut-wrenching.

botb
January 13th 2026
20027 Comments


26 is devastating man, rip

ConcubinaryCode
January 13th 2026
8222 Comments


Sounds like he spent a long time battling it too. Not everyone makes it out but it still sucks to see regardless. RIP

bigguytoo9
January 13th 2026
1504 Comments


RIP

AlkemestRedux
Contributing Reviewer
January 13th 2026
1967 Comments


Man that's way too young. RIP.

Zac124
January 13th 2026
4227 Comments


RIP. Just way too young. Dude was fantastic on Schlagenheim.

Scoot
January 13th 2026
24440 Comments


jeeze man

Rip

RVAHC13
January 13th 2026
3132 Comments


Cut down too soon, what a shame. At least his legacy lives on through an album that has inspired many many bands since it came out, and will likely continue to in the future. Rest in Peace

Wildcardbitchesss
January 13th 2026
21086 Comments


26… fucking younger than me. Poor fuckin kid.

Wildcardbitchesss
January 13th 2026
21086 Comments


Check in on your friends everybody. You truly never know what someone else is going through.

FurtherDown
January 13th 2026
634 Comments


awful news.. huge RIP, that backflip is legendary (as all of his guitar lines)

keaton_86
January 13th 2026
1530 Comments


Damn thats horrible. He was hyper talented. Poor family.

Nikkolae
January 13th 2026
6961 Comments


gave it his all for 26 years, rest easy brother, RIP

Faraudo
January 14th 2026
5440 Comments


Man, this fucking sucks. 26 is way too young. Big, big RIP

Ebola
January 15th 2026
4730 Comments


Just awful. Rest in peace.

farmerobama
January 15th 2026
688 Comments


Rest in Peace, awful news

LeDemonLemon
January 15th 2026
60 Comments


Horrible. Condolences to his friends and family. I hope he found peace.

deathschool
January 21st 2026
29585 Comments


This fucking sucks. RIP.



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