Juan Atkins, pioneer of Detroit techno sound, dies aged 64
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Culture category. Published on November 1, 2026 • Originally reported by Ben Beaumont-Thomas Music editor. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Culture category. Published on November 1, 2026 • Originally reported by Ben Beaumont-Thomas Music editor. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
US artist known as Model 500 and as one half of the duo Cybotron had huge influence on dance music worldwide
Juan Atkins, one of the pioneers of Detroit techno and a huge influence on dance music more widely, has died aged 64.
His agency, Greensmith Artists, confirmed the news to the dance music website Resident Advisor, saying that Atkins was found unresponsive in a hotel room in Mexico City prior to a performance there, and was pronounced dead after being taken to hospital.
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