Paul Mario Day, the original lead singer of Iron Maiden and a heavy metal vocalist has died. According to Parade, Day, 69, died at his home in Australia Tuesday following a battle with cancer; however, an official cause of death has not been confirmed.

Paul Mario Day, Iron Maiden’s first ever vocalist, has died at age 69 following a reported battle with cancer. The singer passed away peacefully at his home in Australia on July 29, Parade reports.