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Ray Phiri, South African musician featured on Paul Simon's 'Graceland', dies at 70
Ray Phiri, a South African jazz musician who founded the band Stimela and became internationally known while performing on Paul Simon's groundbreaking “Graceland” tour, has died of cancer at age 70.
Phiri, a vocalist and guitarist known for his versatility in jazz fusion, indigenous South African rhythms and other styles, received many music awards in his home country.
His death Wednesday was met with nationwide tributes.
"He was a musical giant. This is indeed a huge loss for South Africa and the music industry as a whole," President Jacob Zuma said in a statement.
Political parties also expressed condolences, saying Phiri's songs resonated among many...
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