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The Australian music industry is in mourning following the death of legendary musician Daniel Hall, aged 48, from the pop-rock band Taxiride.
Hall died suddenly on Friday, with his bandmates confirming the London-born guitarist's passing in a social media statement.
'It is with the heaviest of hearts we announce the passing of our youngest brother in arms, Daniel James Hall,' they began.
'We shared some amazing experiences and his departure doesn't seem real. Rest In Peace Dan.'
Meanwhile, Hall's girlfriend Jess shared her own statement on Facebook.
'As you may have already heard, Dan Hall passed away unexpectedly here at home in the early hours of Friday. I am completely devastated. Your prayers and kind messages are appreciated. Love, Jess,' she wrote.
The Australian music industry is in mourning following the death of legendary musician Daniel Hall on Friday from the pop-rock band Taxiride
Hall played guitar and piano on the band's 1999 hit album Imaginate, which reached number one on the Australian albums chart that year, and was certified double platinum.
It was also nominated for Highest Selling Album at the ARIA Awards.
His hit singles included Get Set, Everywhere You Go, Can You Feel and Nothing In This World, all of which placed highly in the Australian Top 50 singles charts.
That same year Hall and his band members won the Breakthrough Artist – Single category at the ARIA Awards for their debut song Get Set.
The song was also popular in America, after it was featured on the soundtrack to the Reese Witherspoon movie Election.
He left the band in 2000 and returned to them years later, ensuring his beloved songs continued to resonate with fans across the country.
Hall was also a popular session musician and vocalist, with his 2004 song Don't Look Back being heavily featured on the Channel Ten soap opera Neighbours.
Music fans took to social media to share their sadness at Hall's passing.
'He was an extremely talented human and his place in music leaves a big hole,' wrote Aussie band Boom Crash Opera.
'This is such devastating news. Love you Dan. RIP,' added guitarist Phil Para.
Hall is survived by his long-term partner Jess.
Hall died suddenly on Friday, with his bandmates confirming the London-born guitarist's passing in a social media statement. (Pictured second from right, with bandmates Tim Wild, Tim Watson and Jason Singh)
His hit singles included Get Set, Everywhere You Go, Can You Feel and Nothing In This World, all of which placed highly in the Australian Top 50 singles charts. (Pictured, front)
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