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Musician Peter Byrne passes away at 74

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Musician Peter Byrne passes away at 74

Peter Byrne, the co-founder of Naked Eyes and a notable presence in the new wave and synth-pop movements of the early 1980s, passed away at his home in Los Angeles on September 14 at the age of 74 following a short illness.

Throughout his diverse musical career, Byrne worked alongside numerous artists, most notably the legendary Stevie Wonder.

He is survived by his ex-wife Elena, his three children, and his siblings.

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