Hardy Fox died, co-founder and chief composer of The Residents

Hardy Fox, co-founder and chief composer of the influential art collective The Residents, has died. The Residents have operated under anonymity since their formation in 1969. Fox retired from the band in 2015 and subsequently revealed himself to be the band’s co-founder and chief composer. Under his leadership, The Residents released over 60 records, ranging from avant-garde deconstructions of popular music, to surrealistic conceptual pieces, to more accessible commercial releases. The band is also known for is theatrical live shows during which the band’s members perform while wearing eyeball helmets and top hats. Consequence of Sound...