Juan Atkins, pioneer of Detroit techno sound, dies aged 64
Guardian Culture1 min read70 words
Juan Atkins, a pioneer of Detroit techno who performed as Model 500 and as part of the duo Cybotron, has died aged 64. His agency, Greensmith Artists, confirmed the news to Resident Advisor, noting his significant influence on dance music worldwide.
Atkins was found unresponsive in a hotel room in Mexico City prior to a scheduled performance there. He was subsequently taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
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