The whole music industry is in grief over the recent passing of The Yardbirds’ guitarist Jeff Beck.

The family of the deceased musician stated in a statement on Wednesday that the musician passed away the day before due to bacterial meningitis. The statement was released to the general public on Wednesday. He was 78.

“On behalf of his family, it is with deep and profound grief that we communicate the news of Jeff Beck’s Death,” the statement from his family stated. In a prior statement, his family said, “On behalf of his family, it is with deep and profound grief that we relay the news that Jeff Beck passed away yesterday without any pain or suffering after an unexpected infection with bacterial meningitis. His family requests privacy during this tough time as they struggle to cope with the passing of their loved one.

When word of Beck’s passing spread, many of his former friends and coworkers, including Jimmy Page, his former bandmate with the Yardbirds, were moved to share their memories of him with the world. In 1965, he replaced Page in the English rock group, and the following year, he succeeded Eric Clapton as the group’s guitarist.

The Warrior of the Six Strings is no longer present for admiration for the magic he used to manipulate the emotions of common mortals. He was exceptionally skilled at doing this. Using his ability to channel, Jeff can summon music from other dimensions. His approach is distinctive. It seems as though he has an endless supply of creative ideas. I know I can speak for all of your countless other fans when I say that I will miss you dearly, Jeff. Jeff Beck, may you finally experience the peace that you so well deserve. “Page published a new message on Instagram.

She’s the Boss was Mick Jagger’s debut solo album, and it was released in 1985. On the album, Beck was asked to play lead guitar. Beck was “one of the best guitar players in the world,” according to Jagger, who was essential in securing Beck’s participation on the record. Jagger stated on Twitter in response to Beck’s passing that “we have lost a brilliant man and one of the best guitar players in the world.”

He went on to explain that everyone will miss him dearly after he passed away.