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Juan Atkins, Detroit techno pioneer, dies at 64
Original: Juan Atkins, Detroit techno pioneer and electronic music visionary, dies at 64
Juan Atkins, widely regarded as a founding father of Detroit techno, has died at the age of 64. The American producer and DJ, known for groundbreaking work as Cybotron and Model 500 and as part of the Belleville Three, helped shape modern electronic music. Tributes are expected to pour in from across the electronic music world honoring his legacy.
Why now: The death of a hugely influential pioneer of techno naturally prompts widespread tributes and reflection on his legacy.
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