Authorities have stated there were no immediate signs of foul play but noted that a considerable amount of time had passed since his death. As a result, an autopsy has been requested to determine the exact cause.

His management agency, Tajoy Entertainment, confirmed his passing on Tuesday, expressing deep sorrow and grief among his colleagues and staff.

According to news outlet The Guardian, the artist, who released a variety of hit songs in South Korea including a raved-about cover of British music star Craig David’s “Insomnia,” was supposed to perform in the south-eastern city of Daegu this weekend.