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Avicii died Friday at the age of 28, and the music industry immediately began mourning the sudden loss of the world-renowned Swedish DJ and music producer.
Calvin Harris, Steve Aoki, David Guetta, deadmau5, Zedd, Skrillex, Dillon Francis, Cash Cash and Pauly D were among the first to express their condolences for their fellow DJ on social media. Artists including Liam Payne, Charlie Puth, Adam Lambert, Marshmello and Dua Lipa followed suit.
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View StoryAvicii, whose real name is Tim Bergling, was best known for making a mark on the EDM scene with hits like "Levels," "Hey Brother" and "Wake Me Up."
Details surrounding Avicii's death have not yet been released, but his reps released the following statement: "It is with profound sorrow that we announce the loss of Tim Bergling, also known as Avicii. 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."
The DJ was just nominated for a Billboard Music Award for Top Dance/Electronic Album.
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View StoryRest in Peace, Avicii.
Devastating news about Avicii, a beautiful soul, passionate and extremely talented with so much more to do. My heart goes out to his family. God bless you Tim x
@CalvinHarris
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I would have enjoyed nothing more than ripping into Avicii well into and beyond our 60's. taken away from us far too young. I know he's at peace somewhere up there getting the last laugh that i spelled his name right this time. https://t.co/uAmdPsouSz
@deadmau5
No words can describe the sadness I'm feeling right now, hearing about Avicii passing away....💔
@Zedd
Thoughts go out to his family and friends...
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RIP @Avicii you will be insanely missed...my deepest condolences to his family.
@DILLONFRANCIS
We lost an absolute legend today #RIPAvicii you'll continue to live on forever in our hearts and through your music pic.twitter.com/mz7gNO0TzT
@cashcash
Oh my god truly devastated for Avicii very very sad news way to young ... what a talent he was. rest in peace x
@LiamPayne
Wow, I would like to take a moment to pay tribute to the man who really opened my eyes as to what my productions could one day sound like. @Avicii was a genius and a music innovator, and I can not believe he is no longer with us. RIP to the very best.
@charlieputh
RIP Tim. You were a brilliant composer and a gentle spirit. Fond memories of creating music w @Avicii and @nilerodgers- https://t.co/AfCVbXlhQh
@adamlambert
At a loss for words...Rest easy brother 😪 @Avicii
@marshmellomusic
Such sad news to hear about Avicii passing. Too young and way too soon. My condolences go out to his family, friends and fans x
@DUALIPA
An amazing talent. R.I.P. @Avicii
@elvisduran
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Levels forever
@theknocks
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