NYC DJ and producer Jason Jinx, RIP
Veteran DJ and dance music producer Jason Jinx, who was a pioneer in NYC rave culture, has died, reports Resident Advisor. A Long Island native, Jason came up in the club scene of the late-’80s and early ’90s, was a member of Frankie Bones’ STORMrave crew, DJ’d at the legendary NASA parties at Shelter, and also spun at such iconic spots as The Tunnel and Limelight. “We are at a loss for words finding out our dear friend Jason Jinx Zambito passed away,” friends and family write on a GoFundMe to help cover funeral costs. “We lost a titan of creativity who’s kindness touched many here in NYC and who’s music had a far reach the world over.”
Rest in peace, Jason. Listen to some of Jason’s mixes and production, and read tributes from fellow DJs, below.
Dedicated in memory of Jason Jinx, Jason was from the original line-up of STORMrave DJ's going back to 1990 when we first opened up Groove Records in Brooklyn. This track in its original form was known as a STORMrave anthem back in 1991. https://t.co/JyXylvjN3J
— Frankie Bones (@djfrankiebones) March 10, 2019
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Jason Jinx. Jason was not only an incredibly talented DJ and Producer, but also one of the nicest people you could ever meet. He helped build the foundation of the US Rave scene with his residency at the… https://t.co/0uiI9YSPbB
— ovum recordings (@ovumrecordings) March 10, 2019
Another Great One Lost #RestInPeace Jason Jinx 😢 #Friend #OriginalRaver #MagicalPeople pic.twitter.com/UvwC82Jwxj
— Earic Patten Official (@DjEaricPatten) March 10, 2019
I'm shocked and saddened by the terrible news Jason 'Jinx' Zambito has passed ☹️ He was an incredible talent, a trailblazer in the NY house scene. We were lucky to have him on Yoshi as Joystick with his timeless EPs & remixes. I honestly don't know how to process this right now.
— Sharam (@DJSHARAM) March 10, 2019
