Duncan Sheik, ‘Barely Breathing’ Hitmaker and ‘Spring Awakening’ Stage Composer, Dies at 56

MusicNewsletter newsroom brief · 2h ago · 1 min read · via variety.com

Duncan Sheik, who had a pop smash with “Barely Breathing” in the mid-1990s but then found his biggest success — and multiple Tony wins — with the long-running stage musical “Spring Awakening,” has died at 56. The New York Times reported that his death was confirmed by his mother,

Duncan Sheik, who had a pop smash with “Barely Breathing” in the mid-1990s but then found his biggest success — and multiple Tony wins — with the long-running stage musical “Spring Awakening,” has died at 56. The New York Times reported that his death was confirmed by his mother, This story matters for Culture, Style & Media readers tracking music. Reported by variety.com. Read the full original at the source link below.

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