Former XPDC vocalist Mael passes away at 55


Prior to his death, Mael had been suffering from shortness of breath. Photo: The Star

Former vocalist of Malaysian rock band XPDC, Mael, passed away at 9.30pm last night at a hospital in Muar, Johor. He was 55.

The news was confirmed by his daughter, Sharifah Irfatasha, through a message on WhatsApp.

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