He passed away "peacefully in his sleep” on Sunday morning. “It’s an extremely personal record. All kinds of things filter through, like relationship issues, grief, loss, happiness.
" Eoin French, aka Talos. Photo: Lee Malone Irish musician Talos has sadly died aged 37 following a battle with cancer. The Cork man, whose real name was Eoin French, passed away "peacefully in his sleep” on Sunday morning.
A post on his Instagram page reads: “It is with great sadness that we let you know that our friend Eoin French, known to many the world over as Talos, has passed away 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. “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.” Cork rugby club Sundays Well paid tribute to the singer-songwriter online, writing: “We were very saddened to hear of the passing of former player Eoin French (Frenchy) yesterday after a long illness.
Funeral Service today at 4pm in Leap. Thoughts go out to his family and friends during this time. May he rest in peace.
‘Away the well’”. French studied at the Cork School of Music but originally trained as an architect and lectured in architecture at University College Cork. He was also member of the band Hush War Cry but kicked off his care.
