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Chad Gilbert, the founding guitarist of New Found Glory, died at 45 on September 20, 2026, following a cancer battle. Former wife Hayley Williams and Blink-182’s Mark Hoppus shared tributes emphasizing his positive influence on the music scene and his personal resilience.
Chad Gilbert, the founding guitarist of New Found Glory, has died at age 45 after a prolonged battle with cancer. Mark Hoppus of Blink-182 paid tribute to Gilbert, describing him as a 'little brother' and a 'champion of joy.' The band and family confirmed his peaceful passing, noting his significant impact on the pop-punk genre over nearly three decades.
Chad Gilbert, the founding guitarist of pop-punk band New Found Glory, has died at age 45. His family confirmed he passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, surrounded by loved ones. Gilbert had been battling metastatic pheochromocytoma since 2021 and was later diagnosed with stage four adrenocortical carcinoma and brain tumors in early 2026. He is survived by his wife, Lisa Cimorelli, and their daughter, Lily.
Chad Gilbert, the founding guitarist and co-writer of pop-punk band New Found Glory, has died at age 45. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday morning, surrounded by his wife and mother, following a multi-year battle with cancer. The band and his family confirmed the news via social media, noting his recent hospital visits and ongoing treatment for adrenal cancer and stage 4 adrenocortical carcinoma. Tributes have poured in from fans and fellow musicians, including Good Charlotte and Dashboard Confessional, honoring his legacy in the genre.
Chad Gilbert, the founding guitarist and backing vocalist of pop-punk band New Found Glory, has died at age 45. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 20, 2026, surrounded by family. Gilbert had been battling a rare and aggressive form of cancer for several years, which recently metastasized to his brain. His death was confirmed by a joint statement from the band and his wife, Lisa Cimorelli, who noted that he was survived by their daughter, Lily, his mother, and his brother. Gilbert was a pivotal figure in the late 1990s and early 2000s pop-punk scene, having played on all of New Found Glory’s albums from their 1999 debut through their 2026 release, 'Listen Up!'.
Chad Gilbert, the founding guitarist of pop-punk band New Found Glory, has died at age 45. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 20, 2026, surrounded by family. Gilbert had been battling a rare, aggressive form of adrenal cancer since 2021, which later metastasized to his brain. His death follows a long public health journey that included multiple surgeries and treatments. The band and his wife, Lisa Cimorelli, released a joint statement expressing shock at the speed of his passing but gratitude for his peaceful final moments. Tributes from peers and fans poured in across social media, highlighting his influence on the genre and his personal resilience.
Chad Gilbert, the founding guitarist of pop-punk band New Found Glory, died on September 20, 2026, at age 45. His wife, Lisa Cimorelli, announced he passed away peacefully in his sleep. Gilbert had been battling a rare adrenal cancer since 2021, with his diagnosis progressing to stage 4 adrenocortical carcinoma by April 2026. The band and family released a joint statement expressing devastation but gratitude for his peaceful passing, noting he was surrounded by family. Tributes poured in from peers including Dashboard Confessional and Good Charlotte. Gilbert is survived by his wife, daughter Lily, mother Jackie, and brother Brian.
Chad Gilbert, founding guitarist and primary songwriter for pop-punk band New Found Glory, has died at age 45. Gilbert passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 20, 2026, after a multi-year battle with cancer that began with a liver diagnosis in 2021 and progressed to brain tumors. The band and his wife, Lisa Cimorelli, confirmed the death via social media, noting he was surrounded by family. Gilbert, who co-founded the band in 1997 at age 17, wrote key hits like 'My Friends Over You' and contributed to the early 2000s pop-punk scene. Tributes from peers like Mark Hoppus and Hayley Williams highlighted his resilience and positive spirit during his illness.
Olivia Rodrigo and Dan Nigro pivot from their signature pop-punk to a bright '80s-inspired new wave on a two-act love album, opening with buoyant, crush-filled tracks and closing with somber, self-reflective ballads; standout moments include the Cure duet and Cigarette Smoke, and the record blends nostalgic synths with lush vocal harmonies to chart love's arc from infatuation to disillusionment.
Olivia Rodrigo, at just 22, delivered a powerful and energetic headlining performance at Glastonbury, blending rock and pop with impressive musicianship and stage presence, symbolizing the future of rock music and captivating a predominantly young female audience.
Olivia Rodrigo joined No Doubt's reunion at Coachella, performing "Bathwater" with Gwen Stefani. The Gen Z pop-punk artist has expressed admiration for Gen X icons like No Doubt, Radiohead, and Fiona Apple, drawing inspiration from their music. Rodrigo's collaborations and interactions with artists like Billie Joe Armstrong and Jack White have further solidified her standing in the music industry.
Cassadee Pope is leaving country music and returning to her pop-punk and rock roots after feeling "completely ostracized and shamed for speaking out" against problematic behavior in the genre, including Morgan Wallen's use of a racial slur and Brittany Aldean's transphobic comments. The former "Voice" winner also cited experiencing sexist behavior and receiving death threats for her activism. Pope's decision comes after a successful solo country career and a decade-long dedication to the Nashville music scene.
Cassadee Pope, former winner of The Voice, has decided to leave the country music scene after feeling undervalued and disillusioned by the industry's power dynamics and lack of support for her music. She is returning to her pop-punk roots, embracing a genre where she feels most at home. Pope has also become more vocal about social and political issues, distancing herself from country music's complex history and recent controversies. She is now focusing on creating music that reflects her true self and is looking forward to releasing a new album with a pop-punk sound.
Avril Lavigne has announced "The Greatest Hits Tour," a 27-date headlining trek through the US and Canada featuring pop punk hits. The tour will kick off in late May and include support from All Time Low and Simple Plan. Tickets go on sale on January 26th, and the tour will promote her most recent album, Love Sux.
Green Day's new album "Saviors" marks a return to their classic sound, streamlining their music and combining the punchiness of "Dookie" with the stadium-sized pomp of "American Idiot." The album features some political themes and personal struggles, along with power ballads and detours from their pop punk style. While not groundbreaking, "Saviors" showcases Green Day doing what they do best, and is likely to resonate with fans as they prepare for a stadium tour.