The partner of Perth musician Gary Cornell, who collapsed and died on stage at the weekend, has paid tribute to the young father.

Mr Cornell, 34, was performing with his band Pyramid of the Coyote at the Civic Hotel in Inglewood on Saturday night when he collapsed.

Gary Cornell, lead singer of Perth band Pyramid of the Coyote performs at the Civic Den in December 2011. On Saturday night, he collapsed on the same stage and died.

He is survived by long-term partner Julie Turner, and their two girls Madisan and Trinity.

In a Facebook tribute, Ms Turner said she and her daughters had been overwhelmed by love and support in the wake of his death.