Shannon Hoon died 31 years ago today, on October 21, 1995, in New Orleans. He was 28.
As the voice of Blind Melon, he gave the '90s "No Rain," and "Change" was the first song he ever wrote. His daughter, Nico Blue, was born three months before he died. The band named their 1996 album "Nico" after her, with proceeds going to her and to programs helping musicians with addiction.
Rest in peace, Shannon.