Legendary bassist of Booker T. and the MGs Donald “Duck” Dunn died this morning in Tokyo at the age of 70. Dunn’s death was announced by his friend and fellow MG, guitarist Steve Cropper.

“Today I lost my best friend, the world has lost the best guy and bass player to ever live,” Cropper wrote on his website.

"Duck" Dunn died in his sleep Sunday morning May 13 in Tokyo Japan after finishing two shows at the Blue Note Night Club.”