Word is beginning to spread among the local music scene in Birmingham, Alabama – Topper Price has reportedly passed away last night.

Price was a well-respected performer within the music community both locally and nationally. He was scheduled to perform on the Miller Lite stage at this year’s City Stages festival in downtown Birmingham.

There are no further details at this time.

As we learn more about this story, we will update this post.

UPDATE #1: (12:32 p.m.) Early word is that he died from an overdose early yesterday evening. There are no confirmed funeral arrangements at this time, though it is being assumed that he will be buried in Mobile. There is also word that a benefit will be organized to assist with costs incurred from the funeral.

Have been told that information is not accurate. Will update as soon as real information is confirmed.

UPDATE #2: (4:03 p.m.) Click here to learn the latest information about this story.