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Sparklehorse's Mark Linkous has committed suicide, his family have confirmed.

The Virginia singer/songwriter died yesterday (March 6), reports Rolling Stone. The details of his death have not been released. Linkous' age was not public, but he is believed to have been in his 40s.



"It is with great sadness that we share the news that our dear friend and family member, Mark Linkous, took his own life today," Linkous' family said. "We are thankful for his time with us and will hold him forever in our hearts. May his journey be peaceful, happy and free. There's a heaven and there’s a star for you