Tag: obituaries
#RIP Giano Lujan
We hadn't heard from house music producer and DJ Giano for awhile. Sadly, friends are posting on Facebook that Giano (aka Ian) Lujan passed away last week.
Mark Fleischman, ex-owner of Studio 54, has died today
Former club owner and author Mark Fleischman chose to end his life by assisted suicide in Switzerland.
Sixties icon Ronnie Spector has died
Vocalist and leader of The Ronettes, Ronnie Spector's life was an inspiration.
Dub visionary Lee “Scratch” Perry has died
The musical icon and production pioneer has died at age 85 in Jamaica.
Phil Asher, who was among the greatest producers in the world,...
From broken beat to soulful house to soaring remixes, Phil Asher leaves behind a staggering legacy and treasure trove of tracks.
Cándido: Revolutionary, the Thousand Finger Man and the Hands of Fire
One of the most important percussionists in history has died. Cándido Camero changed popular music forever - and almost invented house music along the way.
DJ International Records’ Benji Espinoza has passed away
Chicago house pioneer Benji Espinoza, co-founder of DJ International and an A&R man in his bones has died.
Shudder When You Say His Name: RIP Kraftwerk’s Florian Schneider
Remembering the co-founder of Kraftwerk Florian Schneider who died of cancer "a few days" after his birthday on April 7 2020, according to the group.
Tony Allen Has Died: “Perhaps The Greatest Drummer Who Ever Lived”
Legendary Afrobeat drummer Tony Allen has died in Paris. Known for his collaborations with Fela Kuti, Hugh Masekela, Art Blakey, Jeff Mills and more, a cause of death was not reported.
Remembering New Wave, No Wave & NYC Icon Cristina
The queen of fractured '80s pop Cristina has died, allegedly from coronavirus.
Judy Russell Is At Peace
One of the beautiful people who made house music possible, Judy Russell of Downtown161, Downtown304, Vinylmania, Movin' Records and the Paradise Garage has passed away.
Chicago House’s Sleezy D of “I’ve Lost Control” Has Died
Marshall Jefferson tagged us in a post bringing the news that Derrick Harris aka Sleezy D has died of kidney failure.
Legendary House Vocalist Kim English Has Died
Family and friends have passed along word that legendary House Music vocalist and Chicago native Kim English has passed away.
Remembering Chicago’s Legendary DJ Amar
Friends and fans pay tribute to Chicago techno, house and ghetto house producer and pioneer DJ Amar who died on Monday.
Prodigy Frontman Keith Flint Has Died
Keith Flint brought a punk rock ferocity to dance music that punk rock no longer had. The Prodigy frontman was found dead this morning on March 4 2019 of apparent suicide.
DJ, Producer & Music Devotee Navid Izadi Has Died
A private plane crash near Los Angeles killed all five passengers on board, including Navid Izadi and his mother.
The Community Shows Love for Boyd Jarvis
DJs, producers and fans from across the house music scene pay tribute to the late Boyd Jarvis this weekend.
Boyd Jarvis, Dance Music Pioneer, Has Died
One of the most pivotal figures in dance music history, celebrated producer, DJ, keyboardist and an architect of House Music: Boyd Jarvis, remembered.
Goodbye to Chicago’s favorite dancefloor warrior, Anuj Patel
A true member of the Chicago House music community, he was the light that lit up every dancefloor that he graced. He had infinite energy, endless positivity and the best sense of humor. We will miss you Anuj.
Nigerian Synth Godfather William Onyeabor Has Died
Mysterious synth-funk godfather William Onyeabor died Monday in his hometown of Enugu, Nigeria.
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Premiere: Yuu Udagawa – Stay With Us [Cyphon Recordings]
The debut release from the new sibling label to Freerange and Delusions of Grandeur comes from Japanese DJ and producer Yuu Udagawa. Stay With Us is a heavy, hazy and surprisingly soulful electronic masterpiece from Cyphon Recordings, out February 3 2023.
