Singer-songwriter and frontman/founder of punk act Mink DeVille, Willy DeVille has died at 58. DeVille passed from pancreatic cancer at New York's Cabrini Hospital.

The Oscar-nominated DeVille formed Mink DeVille as a showcase for his music, with the act going on to record six full-length albums (four with Willy) and combine elements of rock, punk, R&B, blues, soul, Cajun, Latin and cabaret. The band was also known for its association with the early punk acts at CBGB.

As a solo artist, DeVille recorded and released a number of albums, up until 2008's Pistola.

Our condolences go out to DeVille's family, friends and fans.