Casey Calvert
Guitarist for American rock band Hawthorne Heights
Born
1981
44 years ago
Died
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A guitarist contributed significantly to the post-hardcore band Hawthorne Heights. The band gained widespread recognition in the early 2000s with the album 'If Only You Were Lonely'. This album achieved commercial success and reached the top of the Billboard charts. The band's music featured a blend of melodic rock with emotional lyrics, resonating with a dedicated fanbase. Calvert was with the band during its peak years, and his guitar work was integral to their sound until his untimely death.
Performed on the album 'If Only You Were Lonely'
Contributed to the band's rise in popularity
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