Black Coffee, Avicii chatted about SA music
IN the wake of Avicii’s death on Friday night‚ DJ Black Coffee has shared how he and the Swedish musician were chatting about gqom just two weeks ago.
Gqom is a style of house music that emerged from Durban.
Black Coffee joined thousands of fans and friends from across the globe in paying tribute to the DJ‚ after it was confirmed that he had been found dead while in Muscat‚ Oman.
Black Coffee shared screenshots of a WhatsApp conversation he had with Avicii‚ where he spoke about playing around with gqom beats.
“I also played with gqom rhythms after you showed me a couple of songs. And a huge part of inspiration last three weeks in writing sessions have been African rhythms‚” Avicii said.
Black Coffee also paid tribute to his friend. “Life is fragile . . . Just last week I was chatting with you and @shaunduvet about working together‚ excited about being inspired by your recent visit in South Africa.
“Thank you for sharing your gift with us legend. Death be not proud.”
The Wake Me Up hitmaker’s death was confirmed in a statement released by his management.
“It is with profound sorrow that we announce the loss of Tim Bergling‚ also known as Avicii. He was found dead in Muscat‚ Oman.
“The family is devastated and we ask everyone to please respect their need for privacy.”
Avicii retired from performing in 2016 after suffering health issues, including acute pancreatitis. Exact details surrounding his death have not yet been released. – TimesLIVE