The dance music world reacts to the tragic passing of Keith Flint
Nina Kraviz, MJ Cole, Skrillex and more take to social media to pay their respects
The Prodigy frontman Keith Flint - widely considered one of the greatest live electronic performers of all time - has passed away at age 49.
Flint played a major roll in establishing dance music’s credibility in the mainstream for his work with The Prodigy with smash hits such as 'Firestarter' and 'Breathe' - both of which topped the UK singles chart in 1996.
Tributes to the vocalist from the dance music community continue to pour in online from a plethora of respected artists, DJs, producers, labels and others.
Scrolling through, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook today, it becomes abundantly clear that Keith Flint's rave-induced energy, high-octane sound and unparalleled stage presence touched every corner of clubland and beyond.
Artists such as Daniel Avery, The Black Madonna, Nina Kraviz, Skrillex, Andy C, Charlotte de Witte, Pete Tong and many more have all taken to social media to pay their respects.
In social media posts, bandmate Liam Howlett paid tribute to Flint and revealed the cause of death as suicide. Learn more here.
Dance music is paying its respects to one of its most famous – and influential – stars. Read the various tributes below.
It is with deepest shock and sadness that we can confirm the death of our brother and best friend Keith Flint. A true pioneer, innovator and legend. He will be forever missed.
— The Prodigy (@the_prodigy) March 4, 2019
We thank you for respecting the privacy of all concerned at this time. pic.twitter.com/nQ3Ictjj7t
The Prodigy were the first band I ever saw. Literally life-changing. RIP big man pic.twitter.com/c0otQGVbk6
— Daniel Avery (@danielmarkavery) March 4, 2019
The Prodigy played a big role in my early raving/dj years and renember being blowned away by ”charly” on XL rec in -92. Thanx for all Keith, we shall all be dancing in heaven together soon enough. Safe travels. RIP
— Adam Beyer (@realAdamBeyer) March 4, 2019
RIP Keith Flint. I damn near burned a hole through The Prodigy Experience in 92 when there wasn't a lot of accessible dance music in Kentucky. It was a huge deal for me. I can't overstate it. I'm very grateful to have had proof that this world I wanted so badly actually existed.
— THE BLACK MADONNA (@blackmadonnachi) March 4, 2019
Shocked and sad to hear about Keith Flint of the Prodigy - massive in 90’s and beyond .. genre mashing brilliance and amazing live .. RIP x
— Shed Seven (@shedseven) March 4, 2019
im proud to have been alive while you were. you and the boys shaped my life, my career and my relationships. im going to miss you ever single day. forever.
— joyryde (@enJOYRYDE) March 4, 2019
thank you for everything you gave us Kieth. RIP. @the_prodigy pic.twitter.com/HOnJ0cqX9D
// Keith Flint was a huge inspiration for everyone at this label and part of so many people's origin stories of how they found rave culture. RIP.
— BOYSNOIZE RECORDS (@boysnoizerec) March 4, 2019
Scans of decades of magazine features here: https://t.co/7L4Tna7aja pic.twitter.com/3jw6rYVTC6
RIP Keith Flint, a true legend and big inspiration https://t.co/zQTTVjAF0S
— Hardwell (@HARDWELL) March 4, 2019
Such an incredibly sad day. Keith was a gentleman, one of the nicest people you could ever meet, one of the greatest frontmen of all time, and a true icon of the rave generation.
— Andy C (@ANDYC_ram) March 4, 2019
Sending love to all @theprodigyofficial family. RIP Keithhttps://t.co/NHiskXeURp pic.twitter.com/qd5ucDsMgV
I may not of had a career if it wasn’t for you Keith ...you made me feel welcome in a time when I needed it . Thanks for all laughs my friend RIP pic.twitter.com/QCLPddIhPN
— Skrillex (@Skrillex) March 4, 2019
Been avoiding @the_prodigy tunes all day as I wouldn’t hold it together but it just happened and done me.
— S H A D O W C H I L D (@Shadow_Child) March 4, 2019
Los Angeles, I just woke up and heard the terrible news of Keith Flint. Rest In Peace. One of the greatest frontman of all time. @the_prodigy pic.twitter.com/sKCGo0isY0
— Paul Oakenfold (@pauloakenfold) March 4, 2019
so sad to hear about Keith Flint,we played many gigs with the prodigy over the years and they were always friendly and supportive.he was an amazing front man, a true original and he will be missed.tom&ed x
— The Chemical Brothers (@ChemBros) March 4, 2019
Absolutely devastated to hear the tragic news that the legend Keith Flint from @the_prodigy has passed away. Our thoughts & condolences are with all his friends and family. We wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for Keith and the life changing music they made and championed. RIP
— Chase & Status (@chaseandstatus) March 4, 2019
firestarter was one of the first things that got me interested in electronic music as a lil kid watching mtv the music video burned Keith’s mug into my memory till this day RIP
— ЖTИ (@killthenoise) March 4, 2019
Rest in peace, Keith Flint pic.twitter.com/SGE59Vurau
— Charlotte de Witte (@CharlottedWitte) March 4, 2019
Sad to wake up to the news that we lost Keith Flint, a true original.
— Pete Tong mbe (@petetong) March 4, 2019
The Prodigy have made a huge contribution to dance culture and electronic music around the world. Keith’s contribution as the band’s iconic front man was immense and he will be dearly missed R.I.P xx pic.twitter.com/1wB0PhN1Gd
Rest in peace Keith Flint.. Legend! Out to @the_prodigy and friends a family. #RIPKeithFlint
— N-Type (@djntype) March 4, 2019
Keith Flint was a major part of helping The Prodigy stand out from thier peers, electronic or otherwise. ‘Firestarter’ is a record as important as any in my lifetime: the fact that such a fucked up track could be so big gives us all hope.
— erol alkan (@erolalkan) March 4, 2019
Rest in peace dude. pic.twitter.com/rKjubUyNnI
So very sad about Keith from Prodigy. His musical contribution will live on beyond all of us
— MJ Cole (@mjcole) March 4, 2019
Waking up to the passing of Keith Flint. Very very sad news. RIP To The Original ‘FIRE STARTER’ #Legend Xx
— CamelPhat (@CamelPhat) March 4, 2019
I remember touring with Prodigy in Australia in 2010 and Keith and the rest of them were out every morning jogging with their security guards, he seemed so healthy I never thought this would happen anytime soon. What a loss to the world :( https://t.co/KomyM8dfXK
— мат zф (@Mat_Zo) March 4, 2019
Im not really sure what to say. I’m shocked and so sad. You were gifted, charming and charismatic. So kind and welcoming whenever we spent time. I’ll never forget the incredible moments I got to spend with you and the boys. I’m sending you all love and respect. Keith Flint RIP.
— Zane Lowe (@zanelowe) March 4, 2019
Wow RIP Keith Flint. I remember listening to “breathe” on MTV when they used to show music videos and i was so enthralled by the music video. Went and bought their album “the fat of the land” and was obsessed ever since. Sending love to his friends and family.
— Dillon Francis (@DillonFrancis) March 4, 2019
FUCK FUCK FUCK #RIPKeithFlint
— Mоdeselektor (@modeselektor) March 4, 2019
When I was a kid my mom walked into the room when my brother and sister and I were watching The Prodigy's "Breathe" and she straight up banned us from MTV on the spot. That's how you know shit was cutting edge. #RIPKeithFlint
— Mikey Lion (@MikeyLion_) March 4, 2019
R.I.P. Keith Flint of @the_prodigy.
— Defected Records (@DefectedRecords) March 4, 2019
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The thoughts of everyone at Defected go out to his loved ones. #ripkeithflint pic.twitter.com/PwM9bpALD1
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