Last updated: Saturday, May 27, 2006
EL DIN DEAD AT 76
Egyptian-born world music star HAMZA EL DIN has died following complications from surgery.
The oud player, who is credited for reviving the musical culture of ancient Nubia, was 76.
El Din relocated to America after becoming a big hit at the famous 1964 Newport Folk Festival and collaborated throughout his career with GRATEFUL DEAD star MICKEY HART.
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