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Traffic Co-Founder Dave Mason Dies

Mason's prolific career spanned over five decades, during which he collaborated with icons such as The Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, and Fleetwood Mac.

He was a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee known for his dexterous guitar skill and sophisticated songwriting.

Mason had canceled his remaining tour dates last summer due to health issues related to a heart condition.

Tributes have poured in from the music world, with former bandmate Steve Winwood remembering his enduring presence and lasting imprint on rock history.

Dave Mason, co-founder of Traffic known for 'We Just Disagree' and 'Feelin’ Alright,' dies at 79 ABC News — Apr 22, 15:10 PM
Dave Mason, co-founder of Traffic, dies at 79 AP News — Apr 22, 15:04 PM
Dave Mason, co-founder of Traffic known for 'We Just Disagree' and 'Feelin’ Alright,' dies at 79 The Independent — Apr 22, 15:04 PM
Rock band Traffic co-founder Dave Mason dies at 79 BBC News — Apr 22, 13:03 PM
Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Who Wrote Classic Hits Dies at 79 Daily Beast — Apr 22, 10:12 AM
Dave Mason dead: Rock icon who founded Traffic and worked with Rolling Stones dies at 79 The Standard — Apr 22, 07:24 AM
Fleetwood Mac and Traffic rocker Dave Mason dies aged 79 Metro — Apr 22, 07:45 AM
Dave Mason, Songwriter Who Co-Founded Traffic, Dies at 79 The New York Times — Apr 22, 11:46 AM
Dave Mason dead at 79: Traffic founding member and British rocker who worked with Fleetwood Mac and Rolling Stones passes away Daily Mail — Apr 22, 06:18 AM
Rock music legend dies as heartfelt tributes pour in for star with 'remarkable life' Daily Star — Apr 22, 06:18 AM

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Dave Mason
British recording artist; singer-songwriter and guitarist from Worcester

Traffic
Peer-reviewed scientific journal

Steve Winwood
English rock musician

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Music museum in Cleveland, Ohio, United States