RIP, Andrew Weatherall
Andrew Weatherall performs DJ set on stage during The Apple Cart Festival 2011 at Victoria Park on Aug. 7, 2011 in London.Best known for producing, Weatherall was one of the pioneering DJs in U.K.’s late 1980s and early 1990s acid house scene.
"He was being treated in hospital but unfortunately the blood clot reached his heart. His death was swift and peaceful," a statement reads. “His family and friends are profoundly saddened by his death and are taking time to gather their thoughts.” Paying tribute, DJ and producer Gilles Peterson said it was “hard to put into words the influence and impact Andrew Weatherall has had on U.K. culture.” author Irvine Welsh wrote on Twitter that he was “absolutely distraught” to hear of the musician’s passing.
Chemical Brothers Ed Simons called him “a true inspiration and hero,” while New Order Tweeted that they “are all very saddened to hear about the passing of our friend, and collaborator.”
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