Trending Now - Bo Lueders, Guitarist and Podcaster, Passes Away at 38

WHO:

Pitchfork - Bo Lueders was a guitarist for the band Harm's Way and the host of the HardLore podcast.

Newsweek - Bo Lueders was also a member of the band XweaponX and was a significant figure in the Chicago straight-edge community.

WHAT:

Pitchfork - Bo Lueders passed away at the age of 38.

Newsweek - A social media post announced his death, stating, “It is with heavy, broken hearts that we share that our beloved Bo Lueders has passed away.”

WHEN:

Pitchfork - Bo Lueders died in the year 2026.

WHY:

Newsweek - The cause of Bo Lueders' death has not been disclosed in the articles.

HOW:

Pitchfork - The announcement of his passing was made via social media.

(UPDATED April 3, 2026 19:25 UTC)

Bo Lueders, a guitarist for the band Harm's Way and host of the HardLore podcast, has passed away at the age of 38. A social media post shared the news, expressing deep sorrow with the words, “It is with heavy, broken hearts that we share that our beloved Bo Lueders has passed away.” Lueders was also known for his involvement in the band XweaponX and was a prominent figure in the Chicago straight-edge community, though the cause of his death has not been disclosed.