French music producer Kavinsky, known for Drive soundtrack hit Nightcall, dies aged 50
French electronic musician Kavinsky, famous for his track 'Nightcall' featured in the film Drive, has died at age 50. Authorities are investigating the death, which is suspected to be caused by a stroke, but have reported no suspicious circumstances.
Why it matters
Marks the passing of a significant figure in the modern French electronic music scene who recently performed at the Paris Olympics.
Kavinsky performing at the 2024 Olympic Games closing ceremony in Paris./Getty Images Kavinsky performing at the 2024 Olympic Games closing ceremony in Paris./Getty Images Electronic music French music producer Kavinsky, known for Drive soundtrack hit Nightcall, dies aged 50 French authorities investigate death of musician who performed at Paris Olympics, but say ‘no suspicious elements’ at play
Prefer the Guardian on Google The French electronic musician Kavinsky, known for the song Nightcall which achieved iconic status after its inclusion in the Ryan Gosling film Drive , has died aged 50.
A police source speaking to French newspaper Le Figaro indicated that the suspected cause of death was a stroke. Kavinsky, real name Vincent Belorgey, had reportedly been complaining of headaches in recent days, and he was discovered at home after a concerned neighbour alerted emergency services.
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