The most heartbreaking news
just came in… Avicii has died at the young age of 28. Our hearts are shattered. We’re at a loss for words. EDM has lost one of its greatest, truest legends.His publicist Diana Baron just shared the devastating news: 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.
An outpouring of love and appreciation, sadness and confusion has flooded social media on this sad day. He was taken far too soon and nothing will make sense of this. But, at least we can find comfort in how much we all have been affected by his work.
“WE ALL REACH A POINT IN OUR LIVES AND CAREERS WHERE WE UNDERSTAND WHAT MATTERS THE MOST TO US,” Avicii shared on his website last year. “For me it’s creating music. That is what I live for, what I feel I was born to do.”
Avicii has shaped dance music as we know it today and will forever influence the scene. His music lives on.
This is how EDM is remembering Avicii… Rest In Peace.
EDM Reacts To Death Of Avicii
Can't really describe in words how sad I feel right now.. thank you for inspiring me and millions others. RIP @Avicii ?❤ pic.twitter.com/nthXoCiZqy
— MARTIN GARRIX (@MartinGarrix) April 20, 2018
— SKRILLEX (@Skrillex) April 20, 2018
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
— Calvin Harris (@CalvinHarris) April 20, 2018
No words can describe the sadness I’m feeling right now, hearing about Avicii passing away….?
Thoughts go out to his family and friends…— Zedd (@Zedd) April 20, 2018
my sincerest and most heartfelt condolences to the friends, fans and families of @Avicii ? Banter aside, nobody can deny what he has accomplished and done for modern dance music and im very proud of him.
— Goat lord (@deadmau5) April 20, 2018
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
— Goat lord (@deadmau5) April 20, 2018
Rest in peace, Avicii.
We lost a legend.— DJ SNAKE (@djsnake) April 20, 2018
Avicii is gone, one of the best to ever do it. That is truly devastating
— KSHМЯ (@KSHMRmusic) April 20, 2018
Beyond sad @Avicii ?
— Michael Einziger (@MichaelEinziger) April 20, 2018
Rest In Peace Avicii. Thank you for creating doors that weren’t there for the rest of us and knocking them all down
— kayzo (@KayzoMusic) April 20, 2018
Shocked and saddened to learn of @avicii’s passing. A humble and immensely talented artist. Our hearts go out to his family and loved ones.
— Above & Beyond (@aboveandbeyond) April 20, 2018
Rest easy Avicii, you inspired so many of us. Wish I could have said that to you in person x
— Ellie Goulding (@elliegoulding) April 20, 2018
Rest In Peace, avicii. A brilliant soul shining tonight.
— The Glitch Mob (@theglitchmob) April 20, 2018
literally nothing to say right now.
RIP to an absolute legend @Avicii ..
— slushii (@SlushiiMusic) April 20, 2018
rest in peace @Avicii ? you were taken from us too soon, but your music will live on and continue to inspire future generations
— OWSLA (@OWSLA) April 20, 2018
rip avicii ?
— GHASTLY (@Ghastly) April 20, 2018
Rest In Peace Avicii ?
— ALISON WONDERLAND (@awonderland) April 20, 2018
OH MY GOD ? wow… I’m speechless. May you Rest In Peace my dear Tim ? RT @TMZ: #BREAKING: Avicii Has Died at 28 #RIP https://t.co/dvE4cgk9BY
— Laidback Luke (@LaidbackLuke) April 20, 2018
at a complete loss for words. rest in peace @Avicii, thank you for being a huge inspiration to most of us who’re making electronic music now and for being one of the reasons that this dream isn’t impossible to accomplish.
— ZAXX (@ZAXXOfficial) April 20, 2018
Avicii was one of the main reasons I fell in love with dance music.
— RIGGI & PIROS (@RiggiandPiros) April 20, 2018
Shit I can’t believe this news about @Avicii ?
— JΔY HΔRDWΔY (@jayhardway) April 20, 2018
Please wake me up when it’s all over. I can’t believe this.
— Henrik B (@henrikbmusic) April 20, 2018
GONE 2 SOON. DAMN. RIP AVICII
— LILJON (@LilJon) April 20, 2018
Absolutely and completely devastating. We love you Avicii.
— Sirah (@Sirah) April 20, 2018
I have massive goosebumps in the worst way possible.. @Avicii.. You were an inspiration to millions of producers.
— PARIS BLOHM (@ParisBlohm) April 20, 2018
heartbreaking news .. RIP avicii.. opened so many doors for us DJ & producers and had such a big impact on music.. we lost a legend ?
— DIRTY AUDIO (@dirtyaudio) April 20, 2018
I cannot express enough that @Avicii revolutionized dance music, and effortlessly. An unparalleled writer and one of my biggest inspirations will be remembered and missed for centuries to come. We love you Tim.
— ▽ (@3LAU) April 20, 2018
RIP Avicii – thank you for inspiring an entire generation ?
— ?️RIZZLY (@CRIZZLY) April 20, 2018
I’ll never forget the very first time I heard an avicii song, I was so inspired and excited..
— Audien (@Audien) April 20, 2018
Devastating news about Avicii. Such a talented person. My thoughts are with his family.
— Netsky (@netskymusic) April 20, 2018
RIP Avicii. a true icon.
— Jai Wolf (@JaiWolfx) April 20, 2018
Damn RIP @Avicii ?
— GoodTimesAhead™️?? (@weareGTA) April 20, 2018
I’m left speechless. You’ve been an idol and inspiration to both myself and countless others, and your music and legacy will continue to live on. Thoughts and prayers to your family and loved ones. Rest in peace, @avicii. And to everyone reading this, take care of each other. pic.twitter.com/ZvVDDeIrO5
— Alan Walker (@IAmAlanWalker) April 20, 2018
I never got to know Avicii but those who did spoke so highly of him. His talent was huge. A sad loss.
— Zane Lowe (@zanelowe) April 20, 2018
levels is arguably the best edm song ever
— y2k (@y2k2y) April 20, 2018
Just landed to the devastating news of @Avicii passing. All my thoughts go out to his family and loved ones. You left a mark and won’t be forgotten.
— Chris Lake (@chrislake) April 20, 2018
Shocked to hear the tragic news about @avicii. Your music and legacy will live on in dance music forever. RIP
— DELTΔ HEΔVY (@DeltaHeavyUK) April 20, 2018
#RIP @Avicii ??? the heavens welcome another talent
— VASSY (@VASSY) April 20, 2018
Avicii ?????
— BASSJACKERS (@Bassjackers) April 20, 2018
Love you @Avicii
— MAKJ (@MAKJ) April 20, 2018
I can’t find words but what I can say is that we all where couple of young kids from Sweden with dreams and Tim inspired us all and millions more. RIP my brother your music will live forever ❤️ @Avicii pic.twitter.com/riC69lay3p
— INGROSSO (@Ingrosso) April 20, 2018
Unbelievable. My heart hurts so bad. Avicii was and forever will be one of my biggest inspirations… I wouldn’t have found my love for dance music without him…
— Crankdat (@crankdat) April 20, 2018
RIP Avicii.
— Duke Dumont (@DukeDumont) April 20, 2018
At a loss for words…Rest easy brother ? @Avicii
— marshmello (@marshmellomusic) April 20, 2018
rest in peace @Avicii
— T᷈O᷈K᷈iM᷈O᷈N᷈S᷈T᷈A᷈ (@TOKiMONSTA) April 20, 2018
RIP Avicii
— S̶N̶B̶R̶N̶ (@SNBRNMUSIC) April 20, 2018
RIP to @Avicii ? terrible news and you will be remembered forever ❤️
— QUIX⚡️ (@QUIXofficial) April 20, 2018
I’m shook. Avicii. RIP.
Sometimes I think only death immortalizes art.— ZHU (@ZHUmusic) April 20, 2018
We're devastated to learn that @Avicii has died at age 28. In his honor, we are taking your calls on @sxmElectro (Ch. 51) and playing his music.
Call in now to share your memories of the artist: 866-988-1BPM and listen now: https://t.co/JZJAIte8JY pic.twitter.com/s5Xni28T52
— SiriusXM Electro (@sxmElectro) April 20, 2018
holy shit. RIP avicii… i'm in shock
— elephante (@iamtheELEPHANTE) April 20, 2018
Avicii brought so much happiness to so many people during his all too brief time with us – but he will live on, through his music, and the countless people he inspired. RIP
— ʟᴜᴄᴀ ʟᴜsʜ ? (@LUCALUSH) April 20, 2018
Wtf an icon died today #Avicii
— DubVision (@DubVisionMusic) April 20, 2018
So sad to hear about @Avicii this morning. He was a huge inspiration for us and so many others. Rest easy mate ❤️
— Mt Eden (@MtEdenOfficial) April 20, 2018
RIP @Avicii. I have literally no words to describe how I am feeling right now.
— Rukes (@rukes) April 20, 2018
Wow. Avicii. I can’t believe this! What an inspiration to a lot of producers regardless of genre. This is so heartbreaking.
— ookay ! (@Ookay) April 20, 2018
Rest up @Avicii . You’ve worked hard. https://t.co/J6iOuSYYVV
— ookay ! (@Ookay) April 20, 2018
Such an eye opener for me. I was headed down a path very similar had I not made certain changes in my life. So, actually, thank you a lot Tim for helping me realize this. You’ve impacted my life in many more ways than you know. Thanks man. pic.twitter.com/gt5tZFy841
— ookay ! (@Ookay) April 20, 2018
Can’t believe it. Rest In peace @Avicii you’ll be missed forever ?
— KO:YU (@itskoyu) April 20, 2018
RIP @avicii… A legend passed away… ?
— LUMBERJACK (@w3arelumberjack) April 20, 2018
So heartbroken to hear about Avicii…his music heavily influenced my early sounds and millions of other musicians and music lovers. RIP.
— Pierce Fulton (@PierceFulton) April 20, 2018
what a sad day. avicii was so special to so many. countless great memories simply wouldnt exist w/o his music as the soundtrack, and countless great producers & songwriters simply wouldnt be doing what theyre doing w/o his trailblazing and risk-taking. a legend taken way too soon
— Two Friends (@twofriendsmusic) April 20, 2018
RIP Avicii. Your music is one of the main reasons that I fell in love with this genre. Thank you for everything you’ve done, always staying true and pushing boundaries.
— Proximity (@ProximityM) April 20, 2018
The news of Avicii's passing has hit us hard. We would like to express our sympathy and offer our condolences to his family. The world of electronic dance music won't be the same without him. pic.twitter.com/rI5Oh3yI6W
— Armada Music (@Armada) April 20, 2018
Just heard the news. @avicii was a young & inspiring talent gone way too soon. My condolences go out to his family, friends and fans.
— Ferry Corsten (@FerryCorsten) April 20, 2018
I have no words. I remember how amazing it was to make Lonely Together and it felt like just yesterday we were talking. Condolences to Avicii's family, friends, and the fans who supported him. May he rest in peace. Gone too soon. I’m devastated. Heartbroken.
— Rita Ora (@RitaOra) April 20, 2018
My heartfelt condolences to Tim's family and close friends. I can't express how deeply sad I am. Meeting him changed my life. He was an amazingly talented person and it hurts so bad that he's gone.
— Aloe Blacc (@aloeblacc) April 20, 2018
what the actual fuck… this is too sad. RIP Avicii, a true legend ?
— CURBI (@CurbiOfficial) April 20, 2018
RIP dear Avicii… you will be missed ?
— Manse (@manseofficial) April 20, 2018
it is not fair that someone who gave so many people so much joy through music dies at 28 years old. God bless you @Avicii as you transition into your next world. Rest In Peace & thank you for all you’ve done for all of us. pic.twitter.com/Oy5lVkFgYF
— Tommie Sunshine ?✊️ (@tommiesunshine) April 20, 2018
sitting here listening to @Avicii reminds me of what an amazing moment we all got to witness w/ #EDM the past decade. so few people ever get to feel such joy, dancing with their friends to the music they love. cherish these moments. life is finite. live in joy while you can. PLUR pic.twitter.com/X86p8cImFT
— Tommie Sunshine ?✊️ (@tommiesunshine) April 20, 2018
Wow… ? sad news about avicii
— Paris✖️Simo (@ParisandSimo) April 20, 2018
rest in peace avicii. we have lost another talented artist far too soon ?
— grandtheft (@grandtheft) April 20, 2018
No words… May you rest in peace legend ? @Avicii
— Malaa (@Malaamusic) April 20, 2018
Sadness has swept through our office at the news of @Avicii’s passing. A true talent and a source of joy and inspiration for everyone here at HQ. We’re virtually speechless but for now want to express our gratitude for his music and to say rest in peace, Avicii.
— Monstercat (@Monstercat) April 20, 2018
Oh my god truly devastated for Avicii very very sad news way to young … what a talent he was. rest in peace x
— Liam (@LiamPayne) April 20, 2018
Just landed in the US and got the news that Avicii died. I hope this is’nt real. RIP ? #nowords
— Dannic (@dannic) April 20, 2018
Just heard the news. @avicii was a young & inspiring talent gone way too soon. My condolences go out to his family, friends and fans.
— Ferry Corsten (@FerryCorsten) April 20, 2018
.@Avicii you will be missed. ? pic.twitter.com/IfwPOJExPg
— Electric Zoo NY (@ElectricZooNY) April 20, 2018
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
— DUA LIPA (@DUALIPA) April 20, 2018
What an extremely sad news! RIP Avicii!!
— Firebeatz (@Firebeatz) April 20, 2018
No words…Avicii
— Matisse & Sadko (@MatisseSadko) April 20, 2018
So sad to hear about Avicii. RIP ?
— Michael Woods (@MichaelWoods) April 20, 2018
Rest in peace @Avicii My heart goes out to your family at this difficult time. x
— Craig David (@CraigDavid) April 20, 2018
Damn damn damn damn. @Avicii such an inspiration. One of the main reasons I got into dance music. This sucks
— Lost Kings (@wearelostkings) April 20, 2018
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.
— Charlie Puth (@charlieputh) April 20, 2018
As tonight’s @R1Dance show is pre recorded i can’t play any #timbergling so in memory here Avicii – Wake Me Up (Pete Tong Radio 1 Premiere) https://t.co/JAcB0h1o0Q @YouTube
— Pete Tong mbe (@petetong) April 20, 2018
Such sad news about Avicii
— Darren Styles (@darrenstylesuk) April 20, 2018
I am shocked. RIP @Avicii
— COONE (@djcoone) April 20, 2018
Just landed in the US and got the news that Avicii died. I hope this is’nt real. RIP ? #nowords
— Dannic (@dannic) April 20, 2018
Rip avicii
— protohype (@Protohype) April 20, 2018
Rest In Peace @Avicii you were taken from us far too soon. Your music will live on forever
— LIC – Life In Color (@lictour) April 20, 2018
Wow, very sad news, rest in peace @Avicii. You touched many many lives. Bless your soul.
— KJ Sawka (@KjSawka) April 20, 2018
avicii ?
— DUCKY (@QUACKHOUSE) April 20, 2018
Damn Dude RIP #Avicii ??
— DJ Pauly D (@DJPaulyD) April 20, 2018
wow I can't believe what I just woke up to … RIP Avicii
Posted by DVBBS on Friday, April 20, 2018
I can't believe that one of my lifetime idols just passed away.R.I.P AviciiThe opportunity of having met him and…
Posted by ANGEMI on Friday, April 20, 2018
So heartbreaking about Avicii. I just recently watched his True Stories documentary & was marveling his career as a whole. A true dance music pioneer gone way too soon. Today is a sad day for our community. ?
Posted by Darude on Friday, April 20, 2018
Words can not describe how I feel right now..I am gonna miss you brother ❤️
Posted by Tiësto on Friday, April 20, 2018
You set the precedent for the rest of us producers/ opened doors and set the trends . A real groundbreaker and…
Posted by Diplo on Friday, April 20, 2018
Tim, since day one you’ve been one of my biggest inspirations to make dance music. You put Sweden on the map with the…
Posted by Alesso on Friday, April 20, 2018
Can’t believe this is true..my biggest inspiration and the reason why I started making electronic music. Thank you for all the joy you brought to the world with your music. RIP @avicii
Posted by Kygo on Friday, April 20, 2018
I watched this video (Future music in the studio with Avicii) more than 50 times, trying to learn how he crafted his…
Posted by KURA on Friday, April 20, 2018
Don't know what to say. It is a sad sad day!! Is it even appropriate to post about it – not sure if it is or isn't……
Posted by NERVO on Friday, April 20, 2018
Just can’t believe this, I’m gonna miss you so bad. From your first show where we played together, to all the amazing…
Posted by Hardwell on Friday, April 20, 2018
devastated at the news of Avicci passing. working with him was one of my favorite collaborative moments. far too young….
Posted by Imagine Dragons on Friday, April 20, 2018
Our hearts are broken over the tragic passing of Avicii. You will be missed
Posted by SoundCloud on Friday, April 20, 2018