Tributes paid following death of Crazy P singer Danielle Moore
The singer passed away last week in "sudden and tragic circumstances".
By Nick Reilly
Tributes have been paid to Danielle Moore, the vocalist and frontwoman of Crazy P, following her death at the age of 52.
In a statement shared to social media earlier today (September 2), the group confirmed that Moore had passed away in “sudden and tragic circumstances”.
“We are devastated to announce the unbelievable and shocking news that our beautiful Danielle Moore has died,” they wrote. “This happened on Friday afternoon August 30th.”
They added: “We cannot believe the news ourselves and we know it will be the same for all of you. She gave us so much and we love her so much. Our hearts are broken.
“We need time to process that this has happened. Danielle lived a life driven by love compassion community and music. She lived the biggest of lives. We will miss her with all our hearts.”
The Manchester singer was one of the most prominent vocalists within UK dance music across the last 20 years and was known for lending her talents to songs such as ‘Like A Fool’ and ‘Eruption’.
She joined the group in 2002 alongside percussionist Mav Kendricks and bassist Tim Davies, with the group going on to release seven albums.
Paying tribute, Faithless’ Sister Bliss said: “Shocked to hear tragic news about the lovely & talented Danielle Moore @crazypmusic who supported @faithless on our tour back in the day & had pleasure of sharing the stage with so recently … they were going from strength to strength 🙁 Just awful. Rest in Power lady.”
Roisin Murphy added: “One of the most beautiful souls has left us. The brillant Danielle Moore of Crazy P has died suddenly and she has taken so much light with her. One of the best in music, an amazing person and an amazing singer, performer and songwriter. I know there will be a great sense of loss and mourning across our community. She touched everybody she met with light and love. Sending sincerest condolences to those friends and family closest to her. I, like so many, loved and admired her. RIP my darling.”
You can find more tributes below.