Goa Gil is credited for having influenced the psytrance genre after relocating to Goa in the ’80s.
Fans, loved ones, and supporters are mourning the passing of Goa Gil at age 72. The influential artist died of cancer in his California home on Friday, October 7.
“Dear Global Community, words are inadequate for what we wish to communicate with you,” reads a statement published on Goa Gil’s website. It accompanies a photo of his wife, Ariane MacAvoy, at his bedside while roses and flower petals adorn his body.
“It is with heavy hearts that we share with you news of Shri Mahant Managalanand Puri aka Goa Gil has left…
