Dance Artists React to Avicii’s Retirement: Chainsmokers, deadmau5 & More

The announcement of Avicii‘s retirement from live music, which he disclosed in a lengthy note to fans, rocked the dance music world this morning (March 29).

Avicii Retires From Live Performance In Emotional Letter To Fans

The news came after years spent struggling with health issues that have led to a series of show cancelations.

Although the Swedish star-producer is only retiring from live performances and will continue to make music, it’s still a sad day for fans, festival attendees, and even some fellow producers.

Avicii Says New Album in 2016 Is ‘Highly Likely’

Here are some social media reactions from dance music artists, such as The Chainsmokers and deadmau5, on Avicii’s departure from the stage.

 

Wishing @avicii the best in his new endeavors and looking forward to his new album! #Avicii

A photo posted by Morgan Page (@morganpage) on Mar 29, 2016 at 8:50am PDT

 

Much love to @avicii and his new beginnings! Thanks for being so inspiring to us and we wish you the best man!

— THE CHAINSMOKERS (@TheChainsmokers) March 29, 2016

 

.@avichie Best of luck on the retirement with the music career stuff. I’ve tried twice. It’s not like quitting a fuckin dayjob.

— dead mow cinco (@deadmau5) March 29, 2016

.@Aviciii pic.twitter.com/VQDVo3DoX5

— dead mow cinco (@deadmau5) March 29, 2016

 

Brave choice wishing all the best to my brother @Avicii we are always here for you! https://t.co/c6O9yVXkI4

— Nicky Romero (@nickyromero) March 29, 2016

 

Respect for @Avicii, you will be missed. We’ll never forget blasting your 2010 Essential Mix in the car #nostalgia

— Louis Vivet (@LouisVivet) March 29, 2016

 

Sad to hear about @Avicii, been a fan since his early stuff in 2009. Hope he keeps on making a lot of new music! https://t.co/8cV968FSWo

— Oliver Heldens (@OliverHeldens) March 29, 2016

 

@Avicii we’re going to miss you on the road!https://t.co/4lYXINzmhz pic.twitter.com/but1nW7Rfl

— Steve Aoki (@steveaoki) March 29, 2016

 

good choice @Avicii , all the best for you brother!

— Thomas Gold (@thomasgold) March 29, 2016

 

Wish you all the best bro, @Avicii , great to see you looking for a new fun path man. 🙂 pic.twitter.com/5YGxTJCejo

— MARK MENDES (@MarkMendes) March 29, 2016

 

No matter what people say @Avicii will always be a legend in our world, he amongst a few others opened so many doors for the next generation

— marshmello (@marshmellomusic) March 29, 2016

 

We wish you success in all of your future endeavors #Avicii! Thank you for touching millions with your music & thousands at #EZoo! ??

A photo posted by Electric Zoo Festival (@electriczoony) on Mar 29, 2016 at 4:50am PDT