The multi-instrumentalist drew from a wealth of influences like folk, pop, classical, jazz, and bluegrass and enjoyed a string of hits that include 'Same Old Lang Syne', 'Leader of the Band,' "The Language of Love," "Lonely in Love," "Hard To Say," wedding favorite "Longer" and 'The Power of Gold'.

His official site broke the sad news on Sunday with the following message: "Dan left us this morning at 6:00am . He fought a brave battle with cancer and died peacefully at home in Maine with his wife Jean at his side. His strength, dignity, and grace in the face of the daunting challenges of this disease were an inspiration to all who knew him."