Jeff Hanson

Acclaimed Midwestern singer-songwriter Jeff Hanson released three albums as a solo artist before his death at the age of 31 on June 5, 2009. His quiet, haunted songs were sometimes compared that those the late Elliott Smith—who, like Hanson, released music on the influential Portland label Kill Rock Stars.Portland Mercury: Jeff Hanson

Hanson's body was found by his parents in his Minnesota home. The cause of death was unknown, but according to reports, circumstances indicated that he had died of an accidental fall. An autopsy report was not expected for several weeks.Minneapolis Star-Tribune: Tests in Jeff Hanson's death will take weeks

• 2000: Radio Goodnight (with the emo band M.I.J.)

• 2003: Son

• 2005: Jeff Hanson

• 2008: Madam Owl