The entertainment

fraternity in Jamaica is now mourning the death of musician Dalton Browne who

died on Sunday, November 1.

The renowned

guitarist passed away in hospital days after undergoing quadruple bypass

surgery.

Browne, 64, had a heart attack on October 25 and was rushed to hospital. Following an urgent appeal for blood, the musician went into surgery on Thursday and was said to be recovering.

Based on the

fact that he was talking and responsive after the surgery, his death came as a

shock to many, especially those who have worked with him in the past.

Veteran

singer Freddie McGregor said that he was simply heartbroken, as he has lost a ‘brother’.

“I am still

in shock. I’m heartbroken,†he said in an Instagram post on Sunday night. “How

could this be my dearest friend who’s like my blood brother, my genius musician

for years Dalton Browne (@busybeezy) has passed away today. RIP my brother, you

will be dearly missed.â€

Freddie’s

son, Stephen, was also in disbelief.

“This one

hurts Deep! Rest In Peace Uncle DaltonŸ’”Ÿ™Ÿ½Ÿ™Ÿ½. Real family, one of the most

legendary musicians and a hero to myself and many others. My deepest

condolences and prayers to the Browne family. Sleep well @busybeezy,†he said.

A legend

Singer Nadine

Sutherland said that the sad news has added more sorrow to an already difficult

year.

“Whenever I

feel some degree of stability, whoosh! another tragic news hits me,†she

tweeted on Sunday. “I’m taking more than I can even imagine. RIP Dalton Browne.

Good friends we had, good friends we lost along the way,â€

While

expressing condolences to Browne’s family, UK-based singer Maxi Priest said that

Jamaica has lost a legend.

“We have lost another great one. My Bredren Dalton, the times we had on the road touring, in the studio, or just hanging out will always be in my thoughts. The special person you are, ever humble, always there to give a hand in support, encouragement, motivation, working things out musically in the studio from cord structures, vocals etc. You have been a massive backbone in the music industry. Your works will live on King. Rest in Zion,†he said.

There were also tributes from Diana King, producer Lenky Marsden, Tanya Stephens and Morgan Heritage.

See more tributes below.

RIEP Dalton Browne, never know this would be the last recording session we would have in the studio. Sleep well great one Ÿ˜”Ÿ˜” — Syl Gordon (@Syl_Gordon)

RIEP Dalton Browne, never know this would be the last recording session we would have in the studio. Sleep well great one Ÿ˜”Ÿ˜” — Syl Gordon (@Syl_Gordon) pic.twitter.com/9iQs2BiO5gNovember 2, 2020

REMEMBERING HOW I MET DALTON. IT WAS 1985. I WAS 14 Y/O DOING THIS COVER, MY 1ST RECORDING Ÿ™ˆ DONE WITH HIS BROTHER CLEVIE — KING DIANA (@DIANAKINGDOM)

REMEMBERING HOW I MET DALTON. IT WAS 1985. I WAS 14 Y/O DOING THIS COVER, MY 1ST RECORDING Ÿ™ˆ DONE WITH HIS BROTHER CLEVIE — KING DIANA (@DIANAKINGDOM) #SteelyAndClevie I REMEMBER HIS CALM ENERGY. FLY FREE #DALTONBROWNESaving all My Love For You /Diana King https://t.co/IthPOyh5jWNovember 2, 2020

In Loving Memory— Junior Rodigan (@JuniorRodigan) Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of master guitarist / producer / band leader Ÿ”

In Loving Memory— Junior Rodigan (@JuniorRodigan) Deeply saddened to hear of the passing of master guitarist / producer / band leader Ÿ” #DaltonBrowne Ÿ‡¯Ÿ‡²a true master of his crafta gentleman of class and grace THANK YOU for the timeless music Rest in Power Condolences to the Browne family & all loved ones pic.twitter.com/iktBDEdU28November 2, 2020