Batyrkhan Shukenov, former 'A Studio' soloist, dies at the age of 52

According to preliminary data, the singer has died of a heart attack. The details of the tragedy are unknown. NOTE: Batyrkhan Shukenov was born 18 May 1962 in Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan. The band was created in 1982 in Almaty, at first it was called "Arai", then renamed to "Alma-Ata Studio". Later, the name was changed to "A-Studio". In late 1990s A-Studio worked with Greg Walsh, famous UK sound-producer. Since 1988 A-Studio has released 13 albums including 10 studio albums, 2 live albums and 1 compilation album. The artist left the band in 2000 for his solo career. During this period he has released six solo albums. According to the latest reports, the singer will be buried in Almaty.