Scott Walker, one of the most enigmatic and influential figures in rock history, has died at the age of 76.
The US star found fame as a teen idol in The Walker Brothers, scoring hits with The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore and Make It Easy On Yourself.
But his dark baritone hinted at something deeper - and his darker, experimental solo albums tackled the complexities of love, sex and death.
Walker's death was confirmed by his current record label, 4AD.
In a statement, they called the singer "one of the most revered innovators at the sharp end of creative music".
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The US star found fame as a teen idol in The Walker Brothers, scoring hits with The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine Anymore and Make It Easy On Yourself.
But his dark baritone hinted at something deeper - and his darker, experimental solo albums tackled the complexities of love, sex and death.
Walker's death was confirmed by his current record label, 4AD.
In a statement, they called the singer "one of the most revered innovators at the sharp end of creative music".
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