Kavinsky, Synthwave Icon Behind Nightcall, Dies at 50
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Kavinsky, the French DJ-producer behind Nightcall and a defining force in the Drive soundtrack, was found dead at his Paris home at 50; authorities opened an inquiry into the death, with no suspicious circumstances reported. Born Vincent Belorgey, he built a synthwave persona and later found success with OutRun and collaborations with the Weeknd and Phoenix, with his music continuing to resonate in film, gaming, and even the 2024 Paris Olympics; tributes poured in from President Macron and other artists.
- Kavinsky, French DJ-Producer Whose Chilly ‘Nightcall’ Defined ‘Drive,’ Dead at 50 Rolling Stone
- Kavinsky, French D.J. and Electronic Musician, Dies at 50 The New York Times
- French music producer Kavinsky, known for Drive soundtrack hit Nightcall, dies aged 50 The Guardian
- DJ Guetta leads tributes to electronic musician Kavinsky who has died BBC
- French DJ Kavinsky found dead in his home in Paris Reuters
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