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Juan Atkins, Techno Co-Founder, Dies at 64

Death confirmed by management

1 Nov 1 10:49 AM · 10d ago · 1 article · 2 posts · 3 sources · development 1 of 1

Green Smith Artists, Atkins' management company, confirms his death. Pitchfork and other outlets report the loss.

Death confirmed by management
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“My lyrics are supposed to make you think about something other than shaking your booty on the dancefloor and falling in love. I feel like artists have an obligation to say something meaningful.”

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  1. 20 outlets Juan Atkins, Detroit techno music trailblazer, dies at 64

    first by Detroit Free Press, 10d ago · also DJ Mag, Mixmag, Rolling Stone, The Detroit News, Pitchfork, Resident Advisor +13

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