Dubstep producer, DJ and Benga-collaborator, Darren Walsh aka DJ Walsh, has died at age 40, his family have confirmed.
Walsh died suddenly last week.
The cause of death has not been confirmed.
“It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son and brother Darren Walsh,” said a statement from Walsh’s family.
“He died suddenly on Sunday 16th October 2022 at the age of 40 years old. This day is especially painful for us as it fell on the same day as our dear father’s passing 6 years previously,” the post continued.
“Darren was a pioneer DJ of the music genre Dubstep and the outpourings of love and support from this community have brought great comfort for both me and my mum,” added Walsh’s little sister Sam.
Tributes have flooded social media.
Listen to Benga & Walsh – Addicts via YouTube below:
