At the age of 73, Ray Shulman, a co-founder of the progressive rock group Gentle Giant, passed suddenly.
Shulman was a multi-instrumentalist in the group, playing guitar, bass, and violin.
Along with his brothers Derek and Phil, he founded Gentle Giant in 1970, and he had a big influence on the band's distinctive sound.
From 1970 and 1980, the band put out 11 studio albums, and they were renowned for their intricate musical arrangements and innovative style.
As a record producer and engineer, Shulman collaborated with musicians like The Sugarcubes, The Sundays, and The Moody Blues.
In 1980, Shulman left Gentle Giant to pursue a career in engineering and production.
Kerry Minnear, a former bandmate of Shulman, confirmed the news of his passing by posting a memorial to him on Facebook.
Social media has been used by admirers and musicians to share their condolences and honour Shulman's contributions to music.
Although Shulman's demise is a huge loss to the music industry, his legacy will endure thanks to his music and the influence he had on it.