Kavinsky, Nightcall Pioneer Behind Drive, Dies at 50
Kavinsky, the French electronic producer whose hypnotic Nightcall defined the Drive soundtrack, has died at 50 at his Paris home. Authorities opened an investigation but found no foul play; Reuters noted he had complained of headaches prior to his death. Kavinsky helped popularize the synthwave sound and recently performed Nightcall at the Paris 2024 Olympic closing ceremony.