Wednesday 3 February 2010

Jay Reatard Died Of An Overdose


Breaking news from America where the Memphis musician Jay Reatard's autopsy results have been released. From the Memphis Commercial Appeal: "Autopsy results released this morning in the death of Memphis musician Jay Reatard reveal that he died from 'cocaine toxicity, and that alcohol was a contributing factor in his death,' according to Shelby County Medical Examiner Karen E. Chancellor."

The 29-year-old Reatard - real name Jimmy Lee Lindsey Jr. - was found dead January 13 in his home.

Here is an excellent, short documentary about Jay Reatard directed by Alex Ham­mond and Ian Markiewicz. The scene where he talks about why he makes album is especially poignant given the circumstances.

Waiting For Something - a short documentary about Jay Reatard

Jay Reatard | MySpace Music Videos

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