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Chicago House DJ, pioneer & icon Teri Bristol has died
Teri Bristol, who held down residencies in Chicago for more than 30 years, including genuinely iconic nights at Medusa's and Crobar, passed away on September 25, 2023.
“Get Up!” A Tribute to DJ Deeon
The man behind the legend was even greater than the legend itself. 5 Mag remembers Chicago house DJ and ghetto house pioneer DJ Deeon, who passed away today.
Artist, Icon: Jojo Baby has died
Jojo Baby, original club kid, artist and nightlife icon whose fame spread from Chicago to the world, has passed away.
#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.
Remembering New Wave, No Wave & NYC Icon Cristina
The queen of fractured '80s pop Cristina has died, allegedly from coronavirus.
Afro-Funk Legend Manu Dibango Dies from Coronavirus
86 year old Cameroonian saxophonist and pioneer of Afro Funk Manu Dibango has died in France from Coronavirus.
“Father of the DC House Music Scene” Sam “The Man” Burns...
One of the pioneering DJs from the first era of house music and beloved figure from the Washington DC scene Sam "The Man" Burns has died.
Music and DJ Icon Andrew Weatherall Passed Away Today
The term "tastemaker DJ" was made for Andy Weatherall and should probably be retired now.
Legendary Disco Producer Bob Esty Has Passed Away
Decorated producer and songwriter Bob Esty worked with Donna Summer, Cher, DC LaRue and many others in the late 1970s through the 1980s.
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.
Funk & Disco Icon Harvey Scales Has Died
Scales' 60 year career spanned doo-wop to disco, including co-writing DISCO LADY for Johnnie Taylor - the first platinum single ever.
Minneapolis Scene Remembers Adam Thorpe
Services will be held on Saturday for Adam Thorpe, the Minneapolis-based DJ and promoter and fixture of the Midwest rave scene in the 1990s who was killed on February 5 2019 at the age of 39.
Remembering Scott Song
Chicago DJ, producer, promoter and inspirational figure to thousands Scott Song has passed away after a long but valiant fight.
One In A Million: Remembering Paul Trouble Anderson
This is heartbreaking news. After many battles with cancer, DJ and dance music legend Paul Trouble Anderson has died.
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Brutal layoffs at Bandcamp as new owner slashes 50% of staff
A week after promising to preserve many of the site's most beloved features, Bandcamp's new owner has gutted the company's staff. The writing team at Bandcamp Daily is reportedly down to just 3 people.
