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Avicii, the Swedish DJ born Tim Bergling who rose to the top of the electronic dance music scene but retired from touring in 2016 because of health concerns, was found dead today in Oman. He was 28. His publicist confirmed the news but gave no cause of death.
“It is with profound sorrow that we announce the loss of Tim Bergling, also known as Avicii,” Diana Baron said in a statement. “He was found dead in Muscat, Oman this Friday afternoon local time, April 20th. The family is devastated and we ask everyone to please respect their need for privacy in this difficult time. No further statements will be given.”
Avicii had his gall bladder and appendix removed in March 2014, two years after a pancreatitis scare, but was back making the festival rounds that summer when he abruptly canceled all his tour dates. In March 2016, he announced his retirement from touring because of lingering health issues.
Avicii exploded onto the international EDM scene with his 2011 song “Levels,” which topped charts around the world including the U.S., reaching No. 1 on Billboards Dance Club Songs chart. He followed that up with the international smash “Wake Me Up,” from his 2013 debut studio album True. The record also spawn the hit singles “Hey Brother” and “Addicted to You,” and by that time Avicii was headlining festivals.
Devastated about the Avicii news. Tragic loss. Thoughts are with his friends and family.
— Club MTV (@ClubMTV) April 20, 2018
Also a popular and in-demand producer, Avicii collaborated with such genre-spanning big acts Coldplays Chris Martin, Jon Bon Jovi, Wyclef Jean, System of a Downs Serj Tankian and reggae rapper Matisyahu.
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