The electronic music community is still mourning the death of British electronic band Crazy P frontwoman Danielle Moore, who passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on August 30th. Moore, who was celebrated for her magnetic stage presence and emotive voice, represented a vital voice in the music world known that will be appreciated by fans and past friends from this aspect.
A sudden loss
And Crazy P—tthe band that Danielle Moore helped turn into an iconic UK institution—post this on Instagram: “It is with unbelievable and shocking news to tell you all of a very dear friend passing through my life yesterday… Danielle M confirms it. It said, “We are completely heartbroken to share the news that our beautiful, extraordinary Danielle left us on Sunday in sudden and tragic circumstances. Friday, 30th August afternoon.
The statement concludes with the band expressing, “We also ask that you give us some time to process this news and hold off on sharing your thoughts and comments in order to allow our core group of family, friends, and fans appropriate space.” ‘She gave us so much, and we love her to bits. Announcing that their “hearts are shattered,” they added, “Let her legacy live on; let the good prevail.
Tributes Pour In
Her followers and friends immediately filled the comments section with messages of love. The DJ and writer Bill Brewster, who had a long friendship with Cooke Armstrong, said she was “one of the more… special people one could meet; onstage yes obviously, but off it especially. You include this entirely lovely, funny human being. I’m so devastated by this.”
More tributes poured in from all corners of the music industry. Leeds-based label 2020 Vision’s Ralph Lawson said she was “quite simply the best of us, a truly beautiful human being,” while Defected Records founder Simon Dunmore added, “R.I.P.—incredibly sad.”
Heartbroken: Heartless fans expressed their grief (Danielle’s fans are)—and was one of the most beautiful humans I’ve ever known. One fan wrote, “Danielle. This girl, Danielle Gunther… A force to be reckoned with… Danielle is a pure ball of light & love endif. Such a huge, mammoth loss.” The love and grief outflow are the true testament to where she existentially stood in all of our lives.
The Journey of Crazy P
UK electronic music institution Crazy P has been a major player in the scene since they formed way back in 1995 by Chris Todd and Jim Baron. Vocalist Moore entered the fold in 2002, with bass player Tim Davies and percussionist Mav Kendricks. Featuring Moore’s lead vocal and production, the band put out eight albums from 1998-2019, including “24 Hours Psychedelic Freakout” (2005) and “A Nice Hot Bath With…”
Combining elements of house, soul, and disco, their sound has become a mainstay in clubs and festivals all over the UK. The mixtapes featured rich hooks and sought-after samples, like the use of “Pure Imagination” from Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory in those old hit singles—demonstrating their nostalgia-driven approach to combining classic earworm with new-to-you drops that appealed widely.
Fresh incredible comments, “It was Moore’s soulful voice and electric presence as a frontwoman that really defined the Crazy P sound. These shows were characterized by her exuberant on-stage energy, warmth, and effortless connection with the crowd, whether it was at huge festivals like The Big Chill or Bestial to smaller clubs such as XOYO London and Wild Renate Berlin.
Danielle Moore was a DJ with a passion for the dancefloor. While Moore was a singer, she was also a DJ who loved to discover new music while on the dancefloor, as she once conveyed to Le Visiteur. “I love listening to new music. There’s so much great music constantly coming through, but there’s also amazing old music that you can’t possibly hear. That’s the brilliance of it.” Moore’s passion for music radiated in everything she did. Even though she would get nervous prior to a DJ set, for her, that was just “part of the process.” The blend of her profound love for music, whether new tunes or oldies, as well as her desire to share it with others, made her DJ sets quite unique. In its tribute post, Crazy P therefore indicated that Moore was “driven by love, compassion, community, and music.” Her friends, fans, and fellow musicians also reiterated this notion. Indeed, all who knew Moore elaborated on how she was kind and compassionate, always wholehearted to those near her, as well as how she was dedicated to her craft. Thus, whereas many artists can be aloof, cold, or egomaniacal, Moore was intimate, warm, and welcoming. Her personality was infectious, and people undoubtedly felt very loved and valued around her. She lived her life to its fullest, whether behind the microphone or off stage, thus inspiring them all with her infectious energy and passion. Danielle Moore’s death has left an immeasurable void in the hearts of her fans, her bandmates, and the greater music sector. Her voice, presence, and spirit have permanently left a mark on the electronic music scene. Although the reason for her death is uncertain, it is evident that her influence was strongly felt by whoever met her.
Remembering Danielle Moore is a tribute to life within the music, pleasure in existence, and the undeniable God-given spark that she embodied. But the music and memories she created with her fans through Crazy P & in electronic music will keep her alive forever.
Danielle Moore: Rest in peace. Your voice and spirit may be deeply missed, but they will continue to inspire us all.
