# Juan Atkins Dies at 64 in Mexico City

Juan Atkins, founder of techno, died in Mexico City at 64. Found unconscious in a hotel room, he was later hospitalized and died. His work blended funk, electronics, and science fiction visions.

https://www.eldiario.es/cultura/musica/muere-juan-atkins-creador-techno-imagino-sonaria-futuro_1_13631083.html

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