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Dave Mason dies at 79

Dave Mason dies at 79

The music world is mourning the loss of a legendary guitarist and songwriter whose career spanned six decades.

Dave Mason's family confirmed his passing, remembering him as a creative force who helped define the prog-rock sound of the 1960s.

Beyond his work with Traffic, Mason enjoyed significant solo success with hits like 'We Just Disagree' and 'Only You Know and I Know'.

Tributes have poured in from across the industry, highlighting his 'remarkable life' and his enduring contributions to the classic-rock canon.

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Dave Mason
British recording artist; singer-songwriter and guitarist from Worcester
Traffic
Peer-reviewed scientific journal
Gardnerville
Census-designated place in Douglas County, Nevada, United States
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Music museum in Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Nevada
State of the United States of America