READ MORE: Remembering SOPHIE, a once-in-a-generation artist who changed pop music forever. 'She's an immaterial girl now, she can be anything she wants and she is in everything around us.'. Proastiakos, Workers at Athens Metro suspend work stoppage, Greece Train Collision: 36 dead, 66 injured, many still missing (videos), Hellenic Train: Hundreds of Athens-Thessaloniki passengers stranded. The up-and-coming star had made a huge break in the music industry and was even nominated for a Grammy. Grammy-nominated electro-pop music star SOPHIE died in Athens, Greece, on Saturday morning after she lost her footing and fell from an apartment balcony while enjoying the full moon, reports. Footage features emergency vehicles arriving at an underpass near to the crash site, along with what appears to be one of the train carriages. Sophie died at approximately 4am on Saturday, January 30 in Athens, Greece, where she had been living. A very very special creature She was so curious about what is out there in the cosmos, I can feel her being happy and excited to explore the unknown. At around 4 a.m. on 30 January 2021, at the age of 34, Sophie died at Attikon University Hospital in Athens. Henry Martin For Mailonline. Click Accept to consent to the use of these cookies, or visit our Privacy page for further info. 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(THECOUNT) Sophie Xeon, the Grammy-nominated Scottish disc jockey, producer and recording artist known as SOPHIE, has reportedly died in an accident. She was 34. A hot of musicians took to Twitter to pay tribute to her following the tragic news. The Grammy-nominated Scottish artist, who was also known as SOPHIE, 'accidentally slipped and fell' in the Greek capital, record labelTransgressive, announced on Twitter. "Heart-breaking news," added singer Sam Smith. Express.co.uk has everything you need to know. ', 'The family thank everyone for their love and support and request privacy at this devastating time.'. She then released her critically debut album Oil of Every Pearl's Un-Insides, which received a Grammy nomination for Best Dance/Electronic album. Sophie's debut album, Oil of Every Pearl's Un-Insides, followed in 2018, exploring questions of identity, non-conformity and reinvention, while expanding the artist's trademark sound with longer, more explorative tracks. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate the site. Sophie's debut compilation, Product, in 2015, featured break-out singles Bipp and Lemonade. #RestInPower SOPHIE! I just want to say how much she matters. US producer and singer-songwriter Finneas wrote on Twitter: 'Rest In Peace to Sophie. Keith Flint A friend Ive never not been in awe of, its so hard to believe I wont have more memories with her, FKA twigs called SOPHIE a star of our generation, a star of our generation ? Sophie Death. Saturday, January 30, 2021. An icon of liberation". Music producer Iglooghost, reflects on SOPHIEs legacy. Sophie, the Grammy-nominated Scottish musician, record producer, singer, songwriter and disc jockey, has died following an accident at home in Greek capital of Athens. At the time of her passing, it is said that Xeon was all of 34 years old. Madonna sought Sophie out to co-produce the 2015 single Bitch, I'm Madonna; while Charli XCX worked with the musician on her abrasive, avant-garde EP, Vroom Vroom and the hit single After The Afterparty. Grammy-nominated musician Sophie Xeon has died after a 'terrible accident' while living in Athens. A statement from Transgressive said: 'Tragically our beautiful Sophie passed away this morning after a terrible accident. If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support: Apolice spokesman today said there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding the death. SOPHIE's publicist, Ludovica Ludinatrice, confirmed the. Not only for ingenious production and creativity but also for the message and visibility that was achieved. Noted avant-pop musician Sophie Xeon breathed her last on January 30th of this year. She. 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Sophie slipped from the balcony of an apartment where she was staying and no foul play was suspected in her fatal fall, an Athens police spokesperson told the Associated Press. Sophie died at approximately 4am on Saturday, January 30 in Athens, Greece, where she had been living. DeSantis won't say he's running. Singer Sam Smith wrote of the death of the Grammy-nominated artist: 'Heartbreaking news. and We would also ask for respect for her fanbase, and to treat the private nature of this news with sensitivity. Sophie was a stellar producer, a visionary, a reference. The singer was born in Glasgow and started out as a DJ before releasing her debut single in 2013. Sophie's girlfriendEvita Manji told MailOnline she managed to speak with the artist after she fell into an open space in the rear of the apartment bloc. She brought out her first and only album in 2018 and was nominated for a Grammy Award. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Out of these cookies, those categorised as necessary will be stored on your browser, as they are essential for the basic functionalities of the website. She will always be here with us. That idea of the hospital running out of blood? Not consenting or withdrawing consent, may adversely affect certain features and functions. The statement read: "Sophie was a pioneer of a new sound, one of the most influential artists in the last decade. Human error to blame for train crash - Greek PM, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. SOPHIE's . The Glasgow-born artist worked with the likes of Madonna, Diplo, Camila Cabello and Charli XCX. Tragic death of Scottish music artist SOPHIE in Athens, on Tragic death of Scottish music artist SOPHIE in Athens. At time of publication, the death toll . "Crossing boundaries of pop music and chasing transcendence, Sophie achieves the rare feat of making abstract, difficult electronic music that hits you straight in the heart," wrote the NME in a four-star review. The AIM Awards shared a speech made by SOPHIE, when collecting the Innovator Award in 2018. Christine and the Queens said: "She rebelled against the narrow, normative society by being an absolute triumph, both as an artist and as a woman. Cherish the pioneers. 'Transness is taking control to bring your body more in line with your soul and spirit so the two aren't fighting against each other and struggling to survive.'. FORMER Love Island star Sophie Gradon tragically died at the young age of 32. Her latest single, UNISIL, was released just two days before her sudden death. The Acropolis Museum, along with the National Archaeological Museum, preserves sculptures, vases, jewelry and more from Ancient Greece wikipedia. 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SOPHIE, the audacious producer who helped usher in a new era of pop-infused electronic music, died Saturday morning in Athens after an accident. When expanded it provides a list of search options that will switch the search inputs to match the current selection. The statement read: 'It is with profound sadness that I have to inform you that musician and producer SOPHIE passed away this morning around 4am in Athens, where the artist had been living, following a sudden accident.'. This button displays the currently selected search type. [1] theguardian.com; Place Of Death - Athens, Greece; Family Details. I can feel your energy everywhere around and inside me, you're guiding me through this and calm me down like you would always do. Shygirl called SOPHIE a friend Ive never not been in awe of. Cause Of Death - She had climbed up to watch the full moon and accidentally slipped and fell. "The world and our community has lost a beautiful soul," she tweeted. 'She is and will always be a true icon of the community who gave us a voice and an outlet.'. She had climbed up to watch the full moon . Thinking of Sophie's family and friends at this hard time. Tragically our beautiful SOPHIE passed away this morning after a terrible accident. 'True to her spirituality she had climbed up to watch the full moon and accidentally slipped and fell. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Dozens of girls treated after new Iran poisonings, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. The court heard that Sophie had been prescribed the anti-depression drug Sertraline in 2013 - and that the drug was found in her system along with the alcohol and cocaine. Read about our approach to external linking. ", Additional statement from Transgressive on cause of death. Grammy nominated-electronic artist and producer, SOPHIE has died. You were one of the most innovative, dynamic, and warm persons I had the pleasure of working with at 2019 @southbankcentre pic.twitter.com/uzsv0EAWxx. YOUNG COUNTY, TX. We ask that you remember to be respectful, and anyone making insensitive comments will be banned. Comedian Brody Stevens 16. I cant believe she is gone. Your light will continue to inspire so many for generations to come. Kate and Rio Ferdinand had 'heated' rows over her pregnancy that ended in tears as she thought he 'didn't care', Ed Sheeran reveals wife Cherry 'had a tumour' that could only be treated after birth of 2nd baby as he announces album. She was 34. Sophie died at around 04:00 local time on 30 January 2021, aged 34, at Attikon University Hospital in Athens, Greece, following an accidental fall from a balcony. Her management told the outlet that SOPHIE died at 4 a.m. local time on Saturday following a. Sophie's record label confirmed Sophie had died in a "terrible accident". keeptalkinggreece: GR state still is responsible for the maintenance. She was 34. Millions will remember SOPHIE as the person who defined the sound of modern electro-pop music influencing everyone from 100 gecs to Madonna, who she worked with in 2015. Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged in, Please refresh your browser to be logged in, How Sophies death exposed Greeces issues with blood supplies. Sophie, the Grammy-nominated Scottish musician whose high-intensity electronic productions pushed the boundaries of 21st-century pop, has died aged 34. . The musician, who preferred not to use gendered pronouns, told Billboard that being trans meant "taking control to bring your body more in line with your soul and spirit so the two aren't fighting against each other and struggling to survive". The Scottish artist, who was also known as SOPHIE, "slipped and fell" while she was climbing to "watch the full moon", her record label Transgressive announced on Twitter. How the death of SOPHIE exposed Greece's issues with blood supplies The high-profile death has raised other concerns reports Anastasia Miari , in Athens Monday 08 February 2021 17:27 To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. In 2015, she worked with Madonna on the single B****: I'm Madonna and also worked with Charli XCX on her EP Vroom Vroom. She was 34. She said the police and fire brigade took around 90 minutes to 'get her out'. and "SOPHIE was a pioneer of a new sound, one of the most influential artists in the last decade. There are not believed to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding her death. She was 34. The world has lost an angel. "The family thank everyone for their love and support and request privacy at this devastating time.". 'At this time respect and privacy for the family is our priority. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. Not only for ingenious production and creativity but also for the message and visibility that was achieved. On 30 January 2021 Sophie passed away. (THECOUNT) The oldest brother of entertainer Madonna, Anthony Ciccone, has, DOTHAN, AL. For me, it was panic. ', Rita Ora wrote: 'Sending all my love and prayers to Sophie's family and friends.'. The ex-Miss Great Britain,who starred in Love Island in 2016, was found dead at a house near her hometown of Newcastle on June 20. INDIO, CA - APRIL 12: Sophie performs at Mojave Tent during the 2019 . ET Tuesday. Every particle of me will always have a piece of you. FILE - JANUARY 30: Grammy-nominated musician and producer Sophie has died at the age of 34 following an accident in Athens. SOPHIE XEON: RE-TEXTURED LONDON FACEBOOK VIDEO, OVAL SPACE, Sophie's cause of death has been revealed, The star fell while climbing to see the moon. Sophie, the Grammy-nominated Scottish DJ, producer and recording artist who had worked with the likes of Madonna and Charli XCX, has died following an accident in the Greek capital, Athens. Ten days ago he woke to a text pleading for blood donations for his friend, SOPHIE, the grammy-award-nominated producer and trans icon. Cherish the pioneers. Many, including Shamir, spoke of SOPHIEs character. 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