‘Incredible’ drummer dies in Mississippi Coast wreck. ‘You are truly missed, Niko.’
A musician from Hattiesburg who plays with several bands across the South died in a one-vehicle wreck Saturday on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Nicholas “Niko” Everette, 32, died when the car he was driving left the roadway in Vancleave and struck a tree, Jackson County Coroner Bruce Lynd Jr. confirmed to the Sun Herald.
The crash occurred about 8 a.m. Saturday on Old Biloxi Road.
Everette is most known for being the drummer of the band Whiskey Kiss and has performed with many well-known musicians including Luke Bryan, Cowboy Mouth and Saliva, according to his website. He was also currently performing with Klass Kings.
Tributes to Everette are pouring in on Facebook, including from popular band The Prom Knights.
“Niko was an incredible drummer and phenomenal entertainer,” the band said in a Facebook post. “When he wasn’t playing, you could find him supporting other bands and live music venues. Anyone that has ever shared the stage with him or watched him play is carrying a heavy heart today. You are truly missed, Niko.”
Everette had been playing with bands for 12 years and performs on the Coast.
Whiskey Kiss played at the Cannery in Biloxi Friday night, according to their Facebook page.
This story was originally published July 9, 2022 at 5:25 PM.
