When did Matt Keil leave Comeback Kid? Bassist diagnosed with ALS

Matt Keil, former bassist and backing vocalist for Canadian hardcore band Comeback Kid, has been diagnosed with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis). Keil played with the band between 2008 and 2014. He had left the group over a decade ago.

News of Matt Keil's ALS diagnosis has been met with support from fans, fellow musicians, and more. A GoFundMe campaign was also launched by Keil's family to help cover the medical and care costs associated with the disease.

Matt Keil's time in Comeback Kid came at a relatively transitional moment for the band. After their original frontman, Scott Wade, left in 2006, guitarist Andrew Neufeld stepped up as lead vocalist.

Keil joined two years later to play bass and contribute vocals during the band's touring cycle for Broadcasting... and through the release of Symptoms + Cures (2010). He performed on international tours before his exit in 2014.

Matt Keil's GoFundMe has raised $67,142 so far

On May 2, 2024, Matt Keil was diagnosed with ALS. Keil's family and friends have stepped in to raise financial support. The official GoFundMe campaign has been titled "Support for Matt Keil and Family."

The campaign statement is as follows:

"Dear family, friends, and supporters, you may know Matt Keil as a loving husband of 12 years to Maddie, or as a dedicated father of Ellie (9) and Zoey (7). You may also know him as a successful realtor, impassioned musician, and member of the Twin Cities community. However Matt has been a part of your life, you know that he is one of the kindest, most generous, hilarious, and genuine people."

"Matt would love nothing more than to live the rest of his years spending time with his family, traveling to the lake in WI, golfing, making music with friends, cheering on his daughters at soccer and gymnastics, or watching silly movies with the love of his life."

"On May 2, 2024, Matt was diagnosed with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), a progressive & fatal neurological disease that causes muscle weakness, paralysis, and respiratory failure. Devastatingly, ALS has no cure. The aggressive progression of this disease within a year of diagnosis has hindered Matt’s independence & altered his family’s day-to-day lives.

"The costs of healthcare and medical accommodations that improve Matt’s quality of life are tremendous. In her role as sole caretaker, Maddie has had to take an unpaid leave of absence from work. The Keil family have been hesitant to ask for help, and we are stepping in on their behalf. We are asking for support from loved ones and beyond to alleviate the financial burden that accompanies battling a fatal illness and to ensure ongoing support for Maddie and their girls."

"Your donations will go directly toward: In-home care, Mobility aids, Medical treatments & therapies, Memorial costs, An education fund for Ellie and Zoey. Thank you for joining us in support of the Keil family and raising awareness for those living with ALS."

Comeback Kid was formed in Winnipeg in 2002. They are a beloved name in the modern hardcore scene. Their breakthrough album was Wake The Dead (2005). This year, the band celebrated the album's 20th anniversary with a tour and re-recorded edition of the title track.

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