Sad news. Heard him a few times when I lived in Raleigh years ago and enjoyed his shows.
I’ve got one of his CD’s....good music...
Saw him live years ago at the old Jambalya Jam in Philly. If you’ve never heard his music, try listening to this without moving your feet:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7AtDm8lP6A