Music has paused to mourn the passing of Crazy P figure Danielle Moore.
The singer came into the group’s orbit in 2002, and essentially helped codify Crazy P’s sound – fun-filled disco effervescence with a slice of soul, the group enjoyed two decades of success, becoming international festival favourites.
Along the way, Danielle Moore won huge acclaim for her vocals, both timeless and utterly true to herself.
In a note yesterday, Crazy P confirmed that Danielle Moore had passed away, writing:
She gave us so much and we love her so much. Our hearts are broken. We need time to process that this has happened.
The news hit a number of people, emphasising the many, many friends Danielle Moore made during her career.
Roisin Murphy posted a picture of the two together, writing on Twitter / x:
One of the most beautiful souls has left us. The brillant Danielle Moore of Crazy P has died suddenly and she has taken so much light with her. One of the best in music, an amazing person and an amazing singer, performer and songwriter. I know there will be a great sense of loss and mourning across our community. She touched everybody she met with light and love. Sending sincerest condolences to those friends and family closest to her. I, like so many, loved and admired her.
Defected Records worked closely with Danielle Moore over the years, and in a statement the label mourned her passing:
More than just a singer, Danielle was a force of nature — a beacon of joy, energy, and creativity who lit up every stage and room that she graced. Her passion for music was palpable, and it resonated with everyone who had the privilege of meeting her, or seeing her perform.
Optimo co-founder JD Twitch wrote on Twitter / x:
So, so sad to hear that the amazing Danielle Moore has left us. She was just the best; thee definition of a beautiful human being. Heartbreaking.
DJ and author Bill Brewster was close to the singer, and expressed his shock:
I’m absolutely heartbroken to hear the news about Dani Moore. A friend for 30 years, she was such a special person, funny, generous, incredibly humble and so very kind. My world will never be quite the same.
DJ Heidi Lawden recalled a festival meet this summer, and wrote of her loss:
Waking up to the tragic and heartbreaking news that we have lost one of the best of us. Danielle Moore I am so happy we got to hug and chat in Croatia. My last message to you was ‘LA loves you’ the world does, you are simply irreplaceable
Faithless figure and solo artist Sister Bliss called the news “tragic”, recalling that Crazy P were Faithless tour partners “back in the day & had pleasure of sharing the stage with so recently … they were going from strength to strength 🙁 Just awful. Rest in Power lady.”
DJ, producer and broadcaster The Blessed Madonna writes: “Terrible news of the loss of Danielle Moore. Love and strength to all who surrounded her.”
