Jason Noble died on Saturday. The native son of Louisville was the founder of no less than three significant indie bands in the '90s, all of whom played a huge part in the development of post-rock.First came the ferocious post-hardcore outfit Rodan, who picked up the mantle laid down by Slint; then Rachel's, who took influence from chamber music and modern composition to create gloriously beautiful soundscapes; and, finally, the Shipping News, who explored the more rock side of post-rock's exploratory aims.
Noble had been battling cancer since 2009, but his condition took a turn for the worse last week. He was 40 years old, and is survived by his wife, Kristin Furnish-Noble.
A recent benefit cassette was released to help Noble pay for his medical bills, and all future proceeds from sales of the digital version will go directly to his family.
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