Musician Archie Roach dies aged 66 – Michael West

The Gunditjmara-Bundjalung elder’s death was confirmed in a statement from his sons Amos and Eban Roach, distributed by the late singer’s management agency the Mushroom Group on Saturday.

Celebrated Aboriginal musician Archie Roach has died in hospital aged 66 after a long battle with illness.

“We are so proud of everything our dad achieved in his remarkable life,” the pair said.

“He was a healer and unifying force. His music brought people together.”

They said their father would want his many fans to know how much he loved them for their support throughout his career.

Musician Archie Roach dies aged 66 – Michael West