Source : PERTHNOW NEWS
ARIA award-winning musician and Taxiride co-founder Daniel Hall has died aged 48.
The Melbourne-bred band revealed the news in a social media post on Friday.
“It is with the heaviest of hearts we announce the passing of our youngest brother in arms, Daniel James Hall,” the band said.
“We shared some amazing experiences and his departure doesn’t seem real. Rest In Peace Dan.”
Hall’s girlfriend Jess wrote in a separate statement to the musician’s own page that she was “completely devasted”.
“As you may have already heard, Dan Hall passed away unexpectedly here at home in the early hours of Friday, November 13,” the post stated.
“I am completely devastated. Your prayers and kind messages are appreciated. Love, Jess.”
Co-founder Jason Singh said he was “absolutely shattered” by Hall’s death.
“R. I. P my brother Dan Hall. Forever in my soul,” he said in a social media post.
“Thank you for being one of the hugest parts of my life brother. I’m totally heart broken.”
Hall co-founded Taxiride in the mid-90s alongside Tim Watson, Tim Wild, and Jason Singh.
The group secured a contract with Warner Music Group Australia following a demo at Melbourne’s Secret Sound Studios.
Their debut album, Imaginate, reached number one on the ARIA Albums chart in 1999.
Hall departed the band in 2001, but returned some years later.
At the time of his death, the band were still performing a number of shows across Australia, with a gig scheduled for Albion Park on December 5.
Singer-songwriter Peta Evans-Taylor said she was “deeply saddened” by Hall’s passing.
“You were one of the most talented songwriters, vocalists, and musicians I have ever heard,” she said in a post.
“Along with that you were a beautiful soul, and a wonderful friend. I feel blessed to have known you and played gigs with you.
“May you fly free with the angels my friend. Rest in peace.”
One commenter, who said he had got to know Hall in 2002, said he had been an “amazing musician with a voice from gods”.
“I was always attracted to his mystery as much as his charm wisdom and smile … See you on the other side brother,” they said.
Hall also enjoyed a solo career and provided vocals for “Don’t Look Back” on Neighbours.
He also formed the band Airway Lanes with Chris Hawker in 2004.
