Tributes paid after death of legendary electronic producer William Orbit, age 69: “He never followed the obvious path”

Electronic producer William Orbit has died aged 69.

On a statement posted to social media, William Orbit (born William Wainwright) was announced to have passed away at home on July 23. No cause of death was given.

“We are deeply saddened by his passing,” the statement reads. “He will be greatly missed by us and by so many whose lives he touched through his music, friendship and kindness.”

A prolific producer in his own right, Orbit worked with a number of musicians including

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