This is sad news for the world of electronic music: Ron Carroll, the iconic voice of house music, has passed away at the age of 57. His sudden passing leaves a void in the international house scene, where he had established himself as a key figure.
A voice that left its mark on house music
Ron Carroll was responsible for many house music anthems. Among his most famous tracks are Lucky Star from Superfunk, What a Wonderful World by Bob Sinclar and Axwell, as well as the words of I Get Lifted , played by Barbara Tucker. More recently, he also collaborated on Everybody Move produced by Sam Karlson.
Born in the United States, Ron Carroll was both a singer and a DJ. Early on, he established himself on the Chicago house scene with a purist approach, skillfully blending electronic sounds, soul, funk, and gospel. This unique combination helped make him a respected house music legend.
His passing immediately sparked many tributes within the music community. The DJ Michael Gray paid tribute to a true legend with whom he had the chance to collaborate, while Sam Karlson spoke of the privilege of having been his friend.
