Irish singer-songwriter Talos has died, age 37: “A beautiful soul, a true artist”

"Eoin passed peacefully in his sleep early on the morning of Sunday August 11 2024 in his native Cork" It has been confirmed that the Irish singer-songwriter Talos has passed at the age of 37 earlier this week (Sunday August 11). Talos’ – real name Eoin French – family confirmed his passing with a statement that was shared to the musician’s social media accounts. They explained that his death came after a short illness.

“Eoin passed peacefully in his sleep early on the morning of Sunday August 11 2024 in his native Cork, surrounded by his loved ones,” read the statement. It continued: “A beautiful soul, a true artist, a son, a husband, a father, and a friend. We are devastated by his passing.

As was his wish, there will be new music from Talos to share with you all in the future. Team Talos.” Ireland sadly lost a very talented Irish artist called Talos (Eoin French).

He made beautiful ethereal music and when he played the castle in Limerick it rang out over the river like siren song. GNU Eoin pic.twitter.

com/6BtymgD3Op — Emma Langford (@ELangfordMusic) August 13, 2024 Too talented, too nice, too young. R.I.

P. Eoin French of Talos. Our thoughts go out to his loved ones.

❤️ pic.twitter.com/MvjM1Aethq — Whelan's (@whelanslive) August 13, 2024 Deeply, deeply tragic.

I interviewed Eoin once, hung out with him after a gig another time, and caught Talos live a handful of times – he was a lovely guy, charming, super talented, and he leaves behind incredible,.