Vangelis died at a hospital in France on Tuesday, 79 years old. He was being treated for Covid-19.
The death was reported by Greek newspaper OT, who quotes an announcement by the law office that represented him.
Vangelis’ last release was Juno to Jupiter, released in September last year.
It is a sad day, both for movie music in general – but also for New Age music.
RIP Vangelis.
See our Vangelis coverage here: newagemusic.guide/tag/vangelis.
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Oh no! Darn. I’m afraid I’ve come down with Covid as well. However, I was vaccinated and boosted so I don’t think I am in any danger. Taking prescription of Paxlovid. Five day does and I think it has helped. I encourage all of you to take care
One of the finest visionary electronic pioneers of our time has passed Bravo my Greek Brother Vangelis His music will live in our hearts forever !
No words. What a loss… Vangelis has been so inspirational to me throughout the times since my teenage years. He left us to navigate to a new universe but his music will always remain, unforgettable. RIP master!
(unrelated note to BT Fasmer: I’ve recently sent you an e-mail and was hoping you could send me an answer but I haven’t receive one yet… can you please help? thanks!)
Joao; please see your email 🙂