French DJ and electronic musician Kavinsky dies aged 50
He had a hit with Nightfall, which featured on the Drive soundtrack and at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
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"Kavinsky was a source of French pride forever."
— Emmanuel Macron , Politician
"With the sudden passing of Kavinsky, France has lost one of its most unique voices."
— Catherine Pégard , Politician
"Thank you for letting me experience that unforgettable moment on stage with you, and the entire adventure that followed."
— Angèle , Celebrity
Key People
Angèle is a Belgian singer known for her contributions to modern pop music.
Catherine Pégard is the Culture Minister of France.
Emmanuel Macron is the President of France.
Kavinsky, real name Vincent Belorgey, was a French DJ and musician known for his synthwave music.
Lovefoxxx is a Brazilian singer and member of the band CSS.
The Weeknd is a Canadian singer known for his distinctive voice and genre-blending music.
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He had a hit with Nightfall, which featured on the Drive soundtrack and at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
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