Wednesday night time, June 28, hardcore rising stars Yr of the Knife tweeted that that they had been in a “REALLY unhealthy accident” however mentioned that everybody was nonetheless alive. Guitarist Brandon Watkins’ father later posted an replace to social media and mentioned that vocalist Madi Watkins was in essential situation following a automotive accident.

“Household and buddies. Our son (Brandon), our daughter in legislation (Madi) and their two ‘Yr Of The Knife’ bandmates, Andy and Aaron, had been touring out west and had been concerned in a horrible accident after a present in Salt Lake Metropolis, UT. It’s been a heart-wrenching time for all households concerned.

“Brandon was concussed, however is miraculously OK. Aaron and Andy each sustained damaged legs and different trauma…however are steady now and recovering. Madi is in essential situation with main trauma. Please hold her in your prayers.”

Within the time since, a GoFundMe was established with a $100,000 objective to go towards medical bills, missed work and the overall issues you want to rebuild your life after such a traumatic prevalence. In lower than 20 hours, the GoFundMe surpassed its objective and is at the moment over $120,000. Sizable donations have are available in from numerous artists within the metallic scene, together with Architects, who donated $5,000, Vein & Fleshwater, Counterparts‘ Brendan Murphy, Spiritbox‘s Courtney LaPlante and Kurt Ballou, amongst others.

The band pages haven’t posted an official replace on the time of publication however band member Andrew Kisielewski posted an replace on his Instagram story, saying, “We’re all gonna make it out of this okay. I like you all.”

Kisielewski’s publish is the one replace we’ve to go off of at the moment and we have no idea the specifics surrounding any member’s medical scenario. MetalSucks continues to want one of the best for Madi Watkins and the remainder of Yr of the Knife as they recuperate.