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Life and career
Bergling was a member of the Laidback Luke Forums, where he refined his craft and, at times, demonstrated his distinct deep house style. By 2009 to 2010, Bergling was a prolific producer and was releasing music incredibly quickly. His remixes during this period were "Sound of Now", "Muja", "Ryu" and "Even". Bergling explained that the name Avicii means "the lowest level of Buddhist hell"
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Biography
Tim Bergling 8 September 1989 – 20 April 2018 better known by his stage name Avicii was a Swedish musician, DJ, remixer and record producer. At 16, Bergling began posting his remixes on electronic music forums, which led to his first record deal. It peaked in the top ten in more than fifteen countries and topped international dance chartsthe lead single, "Wake Me Up", topped most music markets in Europe and reached number four in the United States. -
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Philanthropy
After achieving widespread commercial success, Bergling began working with his manager and executive producer Ash Pournouri to start House for Hunger, a charity dedicated to alleviating global hunger. The pair wanted to showcase the giving spirit fostered by the house music community. Bergling explained, You have to give something back. I am so fortunate to be in the position where I can actually do that. -
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Personal life
In January 2012, Bergling was hospitalized for 11 days in New York City with acute pancreatitis caused by excessive alcohol use. In 2014, Bergling underwent surgery and had both his appendix and gallbladder removed. In 2016, Bergling's health deteriorated and he retired from performing live. In the 2017 documentary Avicii: True Stories, Bergling spoke about his physical and mental health struggles. -
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Death
Bergling died on 20 April 2018 near Muscat, Oman, at the age of 28. No cause of death was immediately given. On 21 April, the Omani police stated that there was "no criminal suspicion" or evidence of foul play in Bergling's death.