Chad Lovell, Drummer for Course of Empire and Dallas Arts Figure, Dies
Chad Lovell, drummer for the band Course of Empire and a significant figure in Dallas's music and arts community, has died. He passed away on Tuesday following a traumatic brain injury sustained in 2019.
Dallas Fort Worth, TX, July 23, 2026 —
Chad Lovell, the drummer for the band Course of Empire and a notable presence in the Dallas music and arts scene, has died. He passed away on Tuesday.
Lovell’s death follows a traumatic brain injury he sustained in 2019. The circumstances surrounding the injury were not further detailed.
As the drummer for Course of Empire, Lovell was a key member of the band, contributing to its sound and presence within the local music community. Beyond his musical endeavors, he was recognized as a significant figure in Dallas’s broader arts landscape.
Further details regarding the cause of death, specific events leading to his passing, or any memorial services have not been provided.
Story summarized from the original created by Scott Tucker on www.dallasobserver.com, see more information here.
