Tim Akers Obituary – Death: “Uptown Funk” singer Tim Akers, the leader of the popular music band called “Tim Akers & the Smoking Sections,” has passed away. Tim Akers died on August 31, 2021. The cause of Tim Akers’ death was not disclosed.
Just heard the news that Tim Akers has passed away. An incredible musician, arranger and bandleader. Saw his band a few times in Nashville, incredibly inspiring. RIP Tim.
— Tyler Mire | Composer (@mire_tyler) August 31, 2021
Tim Akers, who was based in the city of Nashville in Tennessee, is a fabulous well-established songwriter, arranger, and producer and was one of Nashville’s premier musical artists who had the power to encourage and motivate fans with his songs. . inspiring.
A sad day for the Nashville music scene and for me personally… Praying for the family of my dear longtime friend #TimAkers… An amazing musician, songwriter, producer, and friend! Rest in Jesus’s arms, buddy… We’ll see you soon!
— Jana Jackson (@JanaJackson2010) August 31, 2021
Mr. Akers was also the musical director for “Prime Time Country,” starring Gary Chapman, TNN’s flagship music and talk show.
The sudden and untimely death of the singer has completely shattered the hearts of his fans and they could not help but mourn the passing of their beloved singer.
Across all social media platforms, fans were seen pouring out their hearts after learning of the singer’s passing.
Rest In Peace to an absolute Nashville icon, Tim Akers. Tim, with his band, The Smoking Section, set an unbelievably high bar for live music in this town. Always a crowd favorite, not to mention being a world – class good guy. Tim, you will be dearly missed. pic.twitter.com/3cyfWBAonT
— Stevan Pippin (@piptunes) August 30, 2021
Tim Akers was one of the finest piano players and arrangers that has ever blessed the industry. Absolutely unbelievable musician. Send some love to his family 🙏🏻❤️
RIP Tim 🎹 🎶
— Andy Wood (@awoodshreds) August 31, 2021
Tonight my heart is shattered. My brother Tim Akers @TAandSmokSec went to be with Jesus today. Even though I’d only known him for about 25 years, he made a huge impact on my life. #cancersucks (1/2) pic.twitter.com/ONTJYGibi8
— MJ Carmon 🇺🇸 (@photogrl68) August 31, 2021
That’s how I know there’s a marine biologist in Australia, a politician in the UK (who seems like a bit of a rat), a cyclist in Colorado, and, until yesterday, a musician in Nashville. Because apparently Tim Akers, of Tim Akers and the Smoking Section, died last night.
— TimAkers (@TimAkers) August 31, 2021
“Prayers requested for the family of John Carmon, who passed away on Aug. 31st. His son, Tim Akers passed away on Aug. 30th.
I am confident that most of the members of the SJS knew John. He and Mary Ann were around the BSU and the SJS through the years 1971-1977, and the years since then. He took photos of the group, and sang with us on the reunion tours to Florida. John and Mary Ann hosted us in their home (which was formerly the Kearce home) in Bowling Green during reunions.”
