Luke Bell was well known in the Austin music scene and beloved by fans and his fellow songwriters.
According to Saving Country Music, the 32 year old was found dead near Tuscon, Arizona. A cause of death has not been released but friends are concerned that a recent change in medication for bipolar disorder may have “played a role” in his disappearance August 20th and subsequent death.
Bell was a native of Wyoming but made his way in the Austin music scene, playing honkytonks like the White Horse and many others.
Mike and the Moonpies expressed their condolences on social media.
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Bell opened for artists like Willie Nelson, Dwight Yoakam, Hayes Carll and more. His last release was the single “Jealous Guy” in 2021.
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