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Academy-award winning composer and music pioneer Ryuichi Sakamoto dead at 71

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in a statement on Twitter. “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of artist and musician, Ryuichi Sakamoto, on the 28th of March, 2023, he was 71 years old, read the company’s statement. “While undergoing treatment for cancer discovered in June 2020, Sakamoto continued to create works in his home studio whenever his health would allow.”“He lived with music until the very end.

We would like to express our deepest gratitude to his fans and all those who have supported his activities, as well as the medical professionals in Japan and the U.S.

who did everything in their power to cure him,” continued the statement. “In accordance with Sakamoto’s strong wishes, the funeral service was held among his close family members.”The statement concludes with the management company asking for fans to respect his family’s privacy and that will not be accepting any condolence calls.

Common also included one of Sakamoto’s favorite quotes.“Art is long, life is short.” The music pioneer revealed in 2014 that he had been diagnosed with throat cancer and said a year later that he “was in great shape.” “Forgive me if this sounds corny,” wrote the late musician. “But the illness brought me a realization, which I am truly thankful for.

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