Much-loved DJ, Producer & Label Owner Andrew Weatherall Has Passed Away, Age 56

UK DJ, producer and label owner Andrew Weatherall has passed away, age 56. 

The news was confirmed by Weatherall's label, Rotters Golf Club, saying that "his death was swift and peaceful". 

"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," read the statement. 

"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.

"His family and friends are profoundly saddened by his death and are taking time to gather their thoughts."

In addition to his solo work and time with groups like The Sabres Of Paradise and Two Lone Swordsmen, Weatherall was a highly regarded producer, having worked across Primal Scream's 1991 Mercury Music Prize-winning album Screamadelica. 

Weatherall founded Rotters Golf Club in 2001 and was also a part of Junior Boy's Own (JBO) records in the early '90s, which signed artists like The Chemical Brothers, Underworld and more. 

He also toured Australia frequently, last playing here in 2017. Touring wasn't Weatherall's only Australian connection though; he has also shared remixes of tracks by Australian acts like Confidence Man, Grinderman, Jagwar Ma and Cut Copy.

Tributes have begun flowing in for Weatherall, with The Chemical Brothers calling him a "true pioneer and a constant inspiration". See the tributes below. 

Andrew Weatherall 1963 - 2020 pic.twitter.com/dnNEA339n9

— Primal Scream (@ScreamOfficial) February 17, 2020

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

So sad about Andrew Weatherall, he was a true pioneer and a constant inspiration xx

— The Chemical Brothers (@ChemBros) 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

very sad to hear about Andrew Weatherall this afternoon. rest in power

— anton newcombe (@antonnewcombe) 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

RIP Andrew Weatherall. The king of cool. Very, very sad news. Thoughts are with his family and friends. ❤️

— Sleaford Mods (@sleafordmods) 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

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

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

A true inspiration and hero. A lovely funny man. Incredible DJ. ❤️ Andrew Weatherall.

— ed simons (@eddychemical) 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

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