'Nachenge Saari Raat' Hitmaker Taz Of Stereo Nation Passes Away At 54

He is known to be the voice behind charbuster tracks like 'Nachenge Saari Raat', 'Daroo Vich Pyar', 'Pyar Ho Gaya' and 'Gallan Gorian' when indie pop was at its prime.

Pop Singer Taz Dies At 54 Due To Liver Failure.

Source : IANS

New Delhi: Playback singer Tarsame Singh Saini, known by his professional name Taz passed away due to liver failure at the age of 54.

He is known to be the voice behind charbuster tracks like 'Nachenge Saari Raat', 'Daroo Vich Pyar', 'Pyar Ho Gaya' and 'Gallan Gorian' when indie pop was at its prime.

The singer was earlier in a coma due to liver complications; the official page of his band Stereo Nation shared an update about improvement in his health last month. They had tweeted, "Dear All, Taz Sir is no longer in a coma, He's showing improvements every day. The family has thanked everyone for their support and prayers during this difficult time. When there is more positive news, The family will let us all know. Thanks again for your postive thoughts."

Taz shot to fame with the 1989 album, 'Hit The Deck' and was known for creating the Asian fusion music. Several prominent music personalities took to their social media to share condolences for the departed soul.

Bollywood composer Amaal Mallik shared his condolences on Twitter, "RIP you legend #TazStereoNation."

British filmmaker Gurinder Chadha shared a picture with Taz and wrote on her Twitter, "Heartbroken to hear that a pioneer of the British Asian music scene has just left us. You cannot underestimate my excitement on first hearing #HitTheDeck. By #jonnyZee then ??@tazstereonation?? pure Br'Asian pop fusion. for all the joy you gave me Taz. God Bless you @tazstereonation."

Adnan Sami also took to his Twitter to mourn the loss of the singer, he tweeted, "Can't believe it!! Extremely Saddened and Shocked. May he Rest in Peace (sic)."

British-Indian record producer Bally Sagoo shared a throwback picture with Taz on Twitter. He wrote on Twitter, "RIP brother @tazstereonation You will truly be missed"

Singer Jay Sean wrote, "So sad to hear about the passing of this legend. You touched so many lives and continue to as your music lives on. May you rest in peace brother."