(CNN) Bluegrass musician Jeff Austin died on Monday, days after canceling upcoming shows due to an unspecified "medical emergency."

His booking manager, Barron Ruth, confirmed Austin's death. He died in Seattle at age 45 after being put into a medically induced coma, Ruth said.

"He was a dear friend whose music touched the lives of so many, and will be sorely missed," a statement from Austin's family read.

The Yonder Mountain String Band, which Austin co-founded before embarking on a solo career, posted on its Facebook page that, "We are saddened to report that we have lost our brother Jeff Austin."

"Remembering the incredible times and magical moments puts us at a profound loss for words."

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