DJ Mighty Mouse has died “suddenly”, aged 48.
The music star, who was well regarded by listeners of house and disco, died in his sleep after suffering an aortic aneurysm in his Spanish home.
Mighty Mouse, whose real name was Matthew Ward, was signed by UK label Defected Records, who announced the news.
A statement read: “We are devastated to confirm that Matthew Ward aka Mighty Mouse, died suddenly last Thursday at his home in Spain.
“Matthew died in his sleep from an aortic aneurysm. We are all lost without his enormous presence and talent.
“Our thoughts are with his partner, Ellen, and his Mum, Judy, as well as his wider family and many, many friends and fans. We would ask you to please respect the family’s privacy at this terrible time.”
The DJ and music producer generated a dedicated fanbase in the 2000s due to his Disco Circus series.
The music star, who was well regarded by listeners of house and disco, died in his sleep after suffering an aortic aneurysm in his Spanish home.
Mighty Mouse, whose real name was Matthew Ward, was signed by UK label Defected Records, who announced the news.
A statement read: “We are devastated to confirm that Matthew Ward aka Mighty Mouse, died suddenly last Thursday at his home in Spain.
“Matthew died in his sleep from an aortic aneurysm. We are all lost without his enormous presence and talent.
“Our thoughts are with his partner, Ellen, and his Mum, Judy, as well as his wider family and many, many friends and fans. We would ask you to please respect the family’s privacy at this terrible time.”
The DJ and music producer generated a dedicated fanbase in the 2000s due to his Disco Circus series.
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