Pioneering artist DJ Randall dead aged 54 as tributes pour in

Asyia IftikharPosted on July 31, 2024 at 9:59pm|Last modified on July 31, 2024 at 10:19pm

DJ Randall, also known as the pioneer of breakbeat music, has sadly passed away at the age of 54, as confirmed by his management team.

So far, there is no additional information available regarding the reason for the person's passing.

The drum and bass DJ, known as Randall McNeil, gained fame in the 1990s along with British DJ duo Fabio and Grooverider for their groundbreaking work in the world of jungle music.

Once he created his own unique style of breakbeat hardcore music, he started to gain recognition on popular radio stations like Rave FM and Rinse FM.

One of the first projects Randall worked on was with Andy C and it was released on Ram Records in 1994. The track was called Sound Control.

In 1996, he started his own record label with Cool Hand Flex called Mac2 Recordings. He frequently performed at The Blue Note Club with other artists like Goldie and DJ Storm.

People are sharing their condolences and memories for McNeil on social networking sites.

Today we are mourning the loss of a legend in the music industry. Randall was essential to the development of drum 'n' bass and played a crucial role in shaping the genre. His impact on the DnB community will always be remembered. Rest in peace, DJ Randall.

You had a significant impact on me and my friends. I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to collaborate and spend time with you.

"You brought a whole new group of young people into Drum & Bass back when it was known as Jungle, and you motivated the individuals who motivated me. May you rest in peace, my friend. Your memory and your influence will continue to live on in our hearts and through our music," stated @djfreshuk.

I want to pay tribute to my favorite DJ, who has been a huge inspiration to me since I was young. He was one of the main reasons why many of us became passionate about the art of DJing in the early days. May he rest in peace.

In February, McNeil, who has since passed away, looked back on his time at UKF, discussing his experience working alongside Goldie at the Club.

'When he had those winnings ready to hand over to me, everyone in the building could sense that something exciting was about to happen,' he recalled.

Everyone present the night we first showed Terminator will always remember it. All of us were there to listen to the music, familiar with the tunes and mixes. It was a memorable moment.

And when discussing how the audience connects with his music, he mentioned: 'A great spot to listen to my songs is towards the back of the venue, near the bar where people are sipping on brandy and coke. If the music resonates in that area, then I know it's hitting the mark.'

It's much more difficult to achieve a certain quality in digital production. It's challenging to capture the weight, punch, and warmth that was present in older recordings. Sometimes I do long for the simplicity of the past. Many people may talk about it often, but the sound and nostalgic feeling of vinyl records can never be matched.

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