Swedish superstar DJ and producer Avicii has died.
The 28 year old, whose real name was Tim Bergling, was found dead in Muscat, Oman.
Representative says EDM star Avicii has died in Muscat, Oman, at age 28
— AP Entertainment (@APEntertainment) April 20, 2018
His publicist Diana Baron has released a statement:
"The family is devastated and we ask everyone to please respect their need for privacy in this difficult time."
Tune in to Avicii FM #008 guys! #AviciiFM https://t.co/rM5eXxaBGa pic.twitter.com/HMnEsRYf1p
— Tim Bergling (@Avicii) April 12, 2018
Avicii's death comes just days after he was nominated for a Billboard Music Award for his EP, AVICI (01).
He was a pioneer of the EDM movement and his hits include Wake Me Up!, The Days, Levels and You Make Me.
He retired from touring in 2016 citing health reasons.
