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Peter Byrne Dies at 74
Naked Eyes singer Peter Byrne dies at 74.
In brief
Naked Eyes singer Peter Byrne dies at 74. Peter Byrne, singer of Naked Eyes, died at 74 after a brief illness in Los Angeles. Originally reported by Billboard.
Peter Byrne
Peter Byrne, the singer and songwriter who co-founded synth-pop duo Naked Eyes, died at 74.
Death Details
Byrne died peacefully in Los Angeles on Monday (September 14) following a brief illness.
Survivors
He is survived by his siblings Eileen, Sandy, Carol, Steve; three children, Merlin, Dylan, Chloe; and ex-wife Elena.
Musical Career
Byrne began his career in Bath, England, with early projects including a duo with Jeff Starrs and band Studio.
Naked Eyes Formation
In 1982, Byrne and Rob Fisher formed Naked Eyes and signed with EMI Records for their debut album.
Legacy
Byrne released solo albums and remastered Naked Eyes’ original self-titled album in 2025, continuing their legacy.
At a glance
Peter Byrne, singer of Naked Eyes, died at 74 after a brief illness in Los Angeles.
