Maxi Jazz, the lead singer of the dance group Faithless, has died aged 65. The band announced his death on Saturday, saying he passed away peacefully in his sleep.
In a Facebook post, Faithless wrote: 'We are heartbroken to say Maxi Jazz died last night. He was a man who changed our lives in so many ways. He was a lovely human being with time for everyone and a wisdom that was both profound and accessible.'
Faithless formed in 1995 and comprised core members Rollo, Sister Bliss and Maxi Jazz. Their debut album, Reverence, was released in 1996 and featured the million-selling singles Insomnia and Salva Mea. Their second album, Sunday 8PM (1998), included the global hit God Is A DJ.
Tributes have poured in from fellow musicians. DJ Dave Pearce called him 'dance music's poet', while UB40 said he was 'a lovely guy'. DJ MistaJam described him as 'the kindest man with such an aura about him'. Crystal Palace football club announced they will walk out to Faithless on Boxing Day as a tribute.
