German musician Florian Schneider, best known for being a member of the group Kraftwerk, has died at the age of 73. Florian's death was confirmed today by music publication Billboard, after rumblings on social media.
Tributes have already been pouring in for the well-loved star, who left electronic group Kraftwerk back in November 2008. One fan tweeted: "RIP Florian, your contributions to electronic music – and therefore popular and experimental music – were massive, and appreciated." Another said: "Sad news that this legend Florian Schneider has passed away, RIP." Florian's departure from Kraftwerk after four decades was confirmed in 2009 by NME, with a close source to the band claiming he actually left in 2008.
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