Dwight Twilley, a prominent figure in the 70s power pop genre known for hits like 'Girls' and 'I'm on Fire,' has passed away at the age of 72. Twilley's death was confirmed by multiple sources, including MusicREDEF, Variety, and pitchfork. His contributions to the music industry as a power-pop pioneer will be remembered. In another tragic loss for the music world, DJ Mark The 45 King, who rose to prominence alongside artists like Queen Latifah and produced hits for Jay-Z and Eminem, has also died at the age of 62. The news of his passing was reported by MusicREDEF and stereogum.
DJ Mark the 45 King Reportedly Dead at 62 (@BackwoodsAltar - @Complex) https://t.co/HzWvQHe2Lg
DJ Mark The 45 King, who rose to prominence alongside peers like Queen Latifah and produced hits for artists like Jay-Z and Eminem, has died at 62 https://t.co/KZdjqhnakx
Dwight Twilley, power-pop pioneer, dies at 72 (@sterlewine - @latimes) https://t.co/yRvh3Sj4P5
Dwight Twilley, a pillar of ’70s power pop whose hits included “Girls” and “I’m on Fire,” has died at the age of 72 https://t.co/xG8DVMypOk
Dwight Twilley, 'I'm on Fire' and 'Girls' Singer-Songwriter, Dies at 72 https://t.co/1vOeYYkGCT
Tulsa music artist Dwight Twilley dies (@JimmieTramel - @tulsaworld) https://t.co/kz3tmQkjIh