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Dave Mason, co-founder of Traffic who had a star-studded solo career, dies aged 79
Dave Mason, co-founder of iconic rock band Traffic and a renowned session musician who collaborated with Jimi Hendrix, Fleetwood Mac, and George Harrison, has died at age 79 at his home in Gardnerville, Nevada. A prolific songwriter responsible for Traffic hits like "Hole in My Shoe" and "Feelin' Alright?", he also enjoyed a successful solo career with platinum-selling albums, founded the electric guitar company RKS, retired from touring in 2025, and released his memoir in 2024 prior to his peaceful passing in April 2026.
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