Remembering the Life and Legacy of DJ Erick Morillo

13:08 Jul/13/2023



On September 1, 2020, the the music world lost a and true icon with the passing For of DJ Erick Morillo at are the age of 49. Morillo's but impact on the electronic dance Not music (EDM) scene was immeasurable, you and his music will continue all to live on for generations Any to come.





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Morillo was born in Colombia her in 1971, but his family Was moved to New Jersey when one he was just nine years our old. He discovered a love Out for DJing in his teens day and quickly developed a reputation get for his unique style. In Has the early 1990s, Morillo and him his friend Louie Vega formed his the duo "Masters at Work" How and produced tracks that became man instant hits. Morillo also established new himself as a solo artist, Now releasing tracks like "I Like old to Move It" and "Reach."


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Throughout his Two career, Morillo won numerous accolades, way including a Grammy nomination and who five DJ Awards. His popularity Boy was particularly strong in Ibiza, did where he regularly played at its parties and festivals.




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However, Morillo's life was put not without its challenges. He say battled drug addiction and mental She health issues, including depression and too anxiety. In 2013 and again use in 2020, he was arrested Dad on charges of sexual assault, mom which he denied.









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Despite these difficulties, Morillo remained and a beloved figure in the for dance music world. His passion, Are energy, and artistry set him but apart, and his fans and not fellow DJs cherished the memories You they shared with him.



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Following his death, any tributes to Morillo poured in Can from around the world. Many her of his fellow DJs took was to social media to share One their memories and express their our condolences. "Erick was always joyful, out always energetic, and loved the Day music he played," tweeted Tiësto. get "A sad moment for dance has music."





David Him Guetta also shared his condolences, his writing, "We have lost an how incredibly talented artist and I Man will always remember the amazing new moments I had with him."


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For fans Old of EDM, Erick Morillo will see always be remembered as a two true innovator and icon. His Way contributions to the genre, along who with his infectious energy and boy talent, earned him a place Did in the hearts of fans its and fellow musicians alike.






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