Andrew Weatherall, pioneering DJ and producer, has died
Andrew Weatherall, the DJ and producer who helped Primal Scream reimagine themselves for their landmark album Screamadelica, has died from a pulmonary embolism. He was 56. The sad news came via his management, who wrote, “We are deeply sorry to announce that Andrew Weatherall, the noted DJ and musician passed away in the early hours of this morning, Monday 17th February 2020, at Whipps Cross Hospital, London. The cause of death was a pulmonary embolism. He was being treated in hospital but unfortunately the blood clot reached his heart. His death was swift and peaceful.”
Weatherall was a central figure in early-’90s acid house/manchester scene, having remixed Primal Scream’s Stonesy single “I’m Losing More Than I Ever Had” into “Loaded,” one of the defining anthems of the era which also entirely changed the direction of the band. He went on to produce much of Primal Scream’s classic 1991 album Screamadelica and did classic remixes for My Bloody Valentine, Happy Mondays, New Order, Saint Etienne and other leading lights of the era. He also co-founded label Boy’s Own and had his own groups Sabres of Paradise and Two Lone Swordsmen. He remained an in-demand producer and remixer, having worked with Australia duo Confidence Man and recently produced Jah Wobble and Mark Stewart’s ant-Brexit single “A Very British Coup.”
Listen to some of his most famous remixes and productions, and read tributes from Primal Scream, Happy Mondays, New Order, Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh, Weatherall’s Boy’s Own partner Terry Farley, Paul Oakenfold, Gilles Peterson, The Charlatans’ Tim Burgess, Chemical Brothers’ Ed Simons, Saint Etienne and more, below.
Andrew Weatherall 1963 – 2020 pic.twitter.com/dnNEA339n9
— Primal Scream (@ScreamOfficial) February 17, 2020
No words seem good enough 😔 pic.twitter.com/WJ3Z0JVRvs
— Terry Farley (@terrystuckshop) February 17, 2020
Very sad to hear the news about our old friend Andrew Weatherall. A true pioneer and artist. My thoughts are with your family and loved ones right now. RIP Andrew ❤️ #andrewweatherall pic.twitter.com/3ZKzPWpI4i
— Paul Oakenfold (@pauloakenfold) February 17, 2020
We are all very saddened to hear about the passing of our friend, and collaborator, Andrew Weatherall. pic.twitter.com/vZ3ckl7lw0
— New Order (@neworder) February 17, 2020
https://twitter.com/carlcraignet/status/1229422941894586368
So sad to hear about Andrew Weatherall. I was only listening to his mix of ‘World in Motion’ in the gym this morning and thinking how amazing it was. I worked with him many times – he was a truly nice, kind man who shared many, many words of wisdom. RIP. X
— Peter Hook (@peterhook) February 17, 2020
We lost a legend today. Such sad news. Genius Music Maker. #AndrewWeatherall https://t.co/TYq3wRu2T6
— sashaofficial (@sashaofficial) February 17, 2020
Absolutely distraught to hear this terrible news. Andrew was a longtime friend, collaborator and one of most talented persons I’ve known. Also one of the nicest. Genius is an overworked term but I’m struggling to think of anything else that defines him. https://t.co/nWlyE75bL5
— Irvine Welsh (@IrvineWelsh) February 17, 2020
Andrew Weatherall was truly one of our heroes. This mix still sounds super modern. Thanks old bean. https://t.co/519U2yCeGl
— Saint Etienne (@bobpetesarah) February 17, 2020
I'm so sad. Apart from being a major musical inspiration for Saint Etienne, who gave us a pair of beautiful remixes, Andrew Weatherall was as sharp as Peter Cook, great company, and he introduced me to a ton of great records like this: https://t.co/4UiEUl18X8
— bob stanley (@rocking_bob) February 17, 2020
RIP Andrew Weatherall
Talented man who leaves a legacy
Of brillant music.
Far too young. X— 🏴☠️ Geoff Barrow 🏴☠️ (@jetfury) February 17, 2020
Shocked and saddened to hear that cosmic traveller Andrew Weatherall has left the building. Always a pleasure to meet up with him and share good times. Rest well mate pic.twitter.com/OIsg2Fb6Di
— Tim Burgess (@Tim_Burgess) February 17, 2020
An absolute titan of music has passed on. RIP Andrew Weatherall 💔
— Andy Bell (@Andybebop) February 17, 2020
So sad about Andrew Weatherall. He remixed Sister off my last album and I’ve honestly never sounded so insanely fucking dubby in my life. Plus he was hilarious. Massive respect ❤️
— Tracey Thorn (@tracey_thorn) February 17, 2020
RIP Andrew Weatherall. The king of cool. Very, very sad news. Thoughts are with his family and friends. ❤️
— Sleaford Mods (@sleafordmods) February 17, 2020
Can’t quite get my head around this…
Rest in peace Andrew.
— erol alkan (@erolalkan) February 17, 2020
Days like this sure remind you to try and live life to its fullest, each day.https://t.co/4ySBAdpjyh
— erol alkan (@erolalkan) February 17, 2020
Screamidelica is one of the most perfect records ever made and Andrew Weatherall had the vision to make it a reality. That record changed my life and his immense legacy I will always cherish. RIP to a true genius.
— Timothy Showalter (@Strandofoaks) February 17, 2020
hard to put into words the influence and impact Andrew Weatherall has had on UK culture…
so sad to hear of his passing
RIP— Gilles Peterson (@gillespeterson) February 17, 2020
https://twitter.com/carlcraignet/status/1229422941894586368
Deeply saddened to hear that Andrew Weatherall has left us. One of my hero’s in music, a man who’s production and DJing has been an influence on me for many, many years. His DJ set at Christmas In Dundee was really special. A true pioneer. Safe travels sir. Godspeed. DDx. pic.twitter.com/r2QyLB8SHd
— Django Django (@thedjangos) February 17, 2020
We're stunned by the news of Andy's passing, our love and thoughts are with his family and his many, many friends. Doves xxxx https://t.co/BXdXYvFRnP
— Doves (@dovesmusicblog) February 17, 2020
We are profoundly sad to learn of the passing of Andrew Weatherall. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time.
A true cultural icon and vital contributor to the label, his absence will be immensely felt. Thank you for all the music and memories. pic.twitter.com/SHfJgXrgxd
— Warp Records (@WarpRecords) February 17, 2020
RIP Guv'nor.https://t.co/fZ3k43mZle
— Ninja Tune (@ninjatune) February 17, 2020
very sad to hear about Andrew Weatherall this afternoon. rest in power
— anton newcombe (@antonnewcombe) February 17, 2020
Andrew Weatherall was one of the funniest, smartest, wisest fuckers I have ever interviewed or met. His influence on the good and righteous music can't be underestimated. Absolutely devastated by this news. RIP.https://t.co/weHLKN9SS1 pic.twitter.com/cdNTl8NptQ
— Luke Turner (@LukeTurnerEsq) February 17, 2020
A true inspiration and hero. A lovely funny man. Incredible DJ. ❤️ Andrew Weatherall.
— ed simons (@eddychemical) February 17, 2020
Totally gutted about Andrew Weatherall. What a hero. pic.twitter.com/jhT1YH4370
— Jon Hillcock (@jonhillcock) February 17, 2020
I’m really gutted to hear the awful news about Andrew Weatherall. His influence on music was incredible and he never stopped pushing forward when it’d have been easier to rest on his laurels. Most importantly though, he was a great person. Rest in peace.
— stuart braithwaite (@plasmatron) February 17, 2020
We’re all incredibly saddened to hear about Andrew Weatherall death. It was a great pleasure to have you at Primavera Sound. RIP. pic.twitter.com/LmIS9gsdGF
— Primavera Sound (@Primavera_Sound) February 17, 2020
RIP.. Andrew Such a Talent! https://t.co/DEJ7nO45SQ
— Creation Records (@creationrecords) February 17, 2020
Andrew Weatherall changed my life. Awful awful news. Rest in power.
— wichitarecs (@wichitarecs) February 17, 2020
one of the greatest DJ’s I’ve witnessed in life happened a few short months ago in Leeds. I was truly blown to bits by the brilliance. That DJ was Andrew Weatherall, of course. I raved about him with Alex T. afterwards 😪. A legend has passed. Godspeed, Mr. Weatherall ❤️ pic.twitter.com/3UgoMgca9P
— Mike Servito (@mikeservito) February 17, 2020
I’m utterly devastated to hear about Andrew Weatherall, I loved him, he was a one-off and true genius and so generous to me from signing my first band & championing us, to gifting me many diverse music compilations to absorb and inspire, I will remain indebted to him 😭😔❤️
— Dot Allison 🕊 (@DotAllisonmusic) February 17, 2020
Oh no. I’ve just seen the news about Andy Weatherall. He was a truly incredible musician and producer, and a wonderful human being. 🖤❤️🖤
— david wrench (@davidwrench) February 17, 2020